by Kathryn Jenkins Gordon, excerpted from "The Gifts of Christmas" | Dec. 12, 2016
Use these ideas in conjunction with the Church's LIGHTtheWORLD Christmas campaign, or any time during the year!
One of the most universal symbols associated with Christmas is gifts—we carefully consider exactly what each should be, wandering through store aisles, wrapping each in brightly colored papers and bows, tucking each beneath the boughs of the evergreen tree in eager anticipation of that breathtaking morning. With each gift, we give a piece of ourselves to a beloved recipient—a piece that speaks volumes of our appreciation and adoration.
Among the gifts you give this year, please consider a gift of yourself to the One who has given you everything. Every day, starting with this Christmas season, you can give him a gift—not one swathed in wrapping and tinsel, but one that lets Him know that in your heart, there will always be room.
Day One: Be of Good Cheer
Day Six: Recognize Specific Blessings
Day Seven: Trust in the Lord
Day Eight: Build Eternal Family Relationships
Day Nine: Give of your Abundance to Those in Need
Day Ten: Be Kind to Yourself and Others
Day Eleven: Study the Scriptures Daily
Day Twelve: Promote Peace
Read about more ways you can serve others and the Savior this Christmas in The Gifts of Christmas: What Will You Give to the Savior?, available at Deseret Book.
Use these ideas in conjunction with the Church's LIGHTtheWORLD Christmas campaign, or any time during the year!
One of the most universal symbols associated with Christmas is gifts—we carefully consider exactly what each should be, wandering through store aisles, wrapping each in brightly colored papers and bows, tucking each beneath the boughs of the evergreen tree in eager anticipation of that breathtaking morning. With each gift, we give a piece of ourselves to a beloved recipient—a piece that speaks volumes of our appreciation and adoration.
Among the gifts you give this year, please consider a gift of yourself to the One who has given you everything. Every day, starting with this Christmas season, you can give him a gift—not one swathed in wrapping and tinsel, but one that lets Him know that in your heart, there will always be room.
Day One: Be of Good Cheer
Day Two: Share the Gospel
Day Three: Have a Humble Heart
Day Four: Make a Goal & Reach It
Day Five: Love your Neighbor as Yourself
Day Six: Recognize Specific Blessings
Day Eight: Build Eternal Family Relationships
Day Nine: Give of your Abundance to Those in Need
Day Ten: Be Kind to Yourself and Others
Day Eleven: Study the Scriptures Daily
Day Twelve: Promote Peace
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