Christmas Advent 2012 Day 16

December 17, 2012 There is something very unique about laughter. On my phone I have as my general ringer: laughter. Every time my phone goes off in a crowd its fun to watch people's reactions. First they look around to see what is happening, then it begins, a little smile that grows larger and eventually a little chuckle or sometimes out and out laughter. Even in a meeting when the phone is supposed to be off, it will create a joy filled atmosphere most of the time. When the angel of The Lord announced the birth of Jesus to the shepherds recorded in Luke 2 it brought great joy. At first there was great fear. This was followed by uncertainty and eventually great joy after they had seen the baby Jesus. The shepherds returned glorifying God. How cool is that; doing the daily activities when one experiences unexpected joy. This Christmas instead of grousing about traffic, crowds, and whatever, find a child you know, get them tickled and watch how it changes attitudes. And be like the shepherds who glorified God for the joy they had experienced with Jesus. It's something to think about.