Each year, as Christmas approaches, I feel a softening in people’s hearts. There is a heightened sense of giving and sharing, of forgiveness and hope. We find ourselves extending well wishes to total strangers whom we might usually ignore. For a while, we seem to see things differently. Perhaps we are seeing through the eyes of Christ as we celebrate Jesus’ birth.
A Course in Miracles says, “Christ’s eyes are open, and He will look on whatever you see with love if you accept His vision as yours.” I want to remember that thought, not just during the holidays, but always. It is God’s gift to me. The Course goes on to say, “What would you see? The choice is given you. But learn and do not let your mind forget this law of seeing: You will look upon that which you feel within. If hatred finds a place within your heart, you will perceive a fearful world, held cruelly in death’s sharp-pointed, bony fingers. If you feel the Love of God within you, you will look out on a world of mercy and of love.”
So, the next time I find myself looking upon someone (including myself!) with judgment, I hope I can pause long enough to hear Christ asking me, “Do you see what I see?”
Wishing you the holiest, most blessed holiday season, filled with visions of love.
Let your spirit soar!
Paula
I did found myself Looking upon someone with Judgment today, But after reading your message You opened my eyes and I paused just Long enough to Hear My inner Thoughts Clearly Say, (” Who am I To Judge ?”) I will remember that thought !!! ” Do you see what I see ” Yes Paula,, Thank You,, Merry Christmas to You and Yours,,, Love and Happness, Friend, Johnny O
Thank you , Johnny O, for your heartfelt response. I always ask for spiritual guidance as I write this blog. If the words that come through lighten even one heart, I am overjoyed.
Merry Christmas, love and happiness to you and yours as well. Your friend, Paula
Love it, Paula! Looking forward to time with you ‘next year’! Susan
Hi Susan!!!
Glad you liked my blog. I could hardly wait to send it out. It felt so right. 🙂
Yes, I am really looking forward to sharing with you again. 🙂 🙂 🙂
Love you,
Paula
Thank you Allen and Paula,
Have a wonderfull holiday.
Peter Lee
Hello Peter,
Alan and I appreciate your comment and wish you a joyous New Year.
Paula