REMEMBER: CHRISTMAS IS NOT YOUR BIRTHDAY!

One revelation that completely changed my life many years ago, was the realization that CHRISTMAS IS NOT MY BIRTHDAY!

I got over the hang-ups of stressing about who will buy ME a gift, who will invite ME for a party, who will send ME a card, what will WE cook, How will I make MY hair, what will WE wear...

It is a proven fact that most suicides and depressions peak at Christmas time. People get very introspective, lonely and self focused in a way that can be very detrimental at this time. The financial pressure is extreme for many and broken family relationships are also highlighted as everyone else seems to go home to be with their families. Be wise and remove the rampant selfishness from your Christmas celebrations. Also, don't allow yourself to be wooed and trapped into the mindless spending that gets many regretting and seriously struggling through the month of January.

Use this time instead to love others. You be the one giving and reaching out. Spend time with those you love. Really listen to them and be an encouragement. Don't just focus on food and stuff. This way, you will not be lonely or stressed because your focus is on being a blessing. In fact if you know Bible History very well, you probably know that it's not even Christ's accurate birthday. A lot of the hullabaloo is simply commercial. Turn it around and maximize being there and ministering the love of God to your family and friends.

Barikiweni!