Blessings to you as we wrap up this holiday season. During the rest of this month as we prepare for the New Year, I will be talking about the 12 days of Christmas. During the 12 days from Christmas to Epiphany on Jan 6, much of the church world takes time to reflect on God’s goodness during the past year in preparation for the next. I will actually be using the song The 12 days of Christmas, which has often been thought to be a playful reminder of spiritual concepts, as a guide. Hope you enjoy! I’m sure you’ve heard this song during the Christmas season, or perhaps you’ve even seen some kids perform it at their holiday concert this year. If you want a real laugh, you should watch Lucille Ball’s version of it on Youtube! The next time you hear The 12 Days of Christmas, it can be a reminder of some interesting facts based on the Bible. Jesus is the central figure of Christmas, and he is the reason we celebrate Christmas and Easter, so he is number 1 on the list of 12 days. A partridge in a pear tree represents Jesus our Savior. If you think Jesus being symbolized as a partridge in a pear tree sounds silly, remember these verses in Luke and Matthew.
“Jerusalem! Jerusalem! How often would I have sheltered thee under my wings, as a hen does her chicks, but thou wouldst not have it so.” (Luke 13:34 and Matthew 23:34)
There is no truer lover than God Himself. The “me” receiving the gifts is each verse is us, born again Christians. So on the first day of Christmas my true love (God) gave to me, Jesus! So as the warmth and glow of Christmas lingers, take a moment and thank God for His love, that sent Jesus so that we could experience a little of heaven on earth as we live out our days. How great is God’s love for us. So that “silly” song we sing at Christmas time has more meaning than we thought. Jesus you are #1!