I asked children to write a letter to God about what Christmas means to them as part of the Kids’ Christmas Art Contest. Here are excerpts of their letters:
“Dear God: Every Christmas Day, I always get up first. I look to see if the cookies are gone. One time, I saw a footprint. We also have hot cocoa. Your child, Anthony (age 10).”
“Dear God: I know it’s more than just getting presents, but I’m just a kid right now. So, do you think I should ask for an angel or a game cube? Wait a minute. I’m going a little off the subject. Anyways, thanks for making Christmas. Sincerely yours, Chip (age unknown).”
“Dear God: Christmas is my favorite holiday. It is the one day my family gets together (including Thanksgiving and New Year’s, but Christmas is my favorite). I also like to hang out with my cousins, especially the big ones.
“When I say ‘family,’ God, I include the dogs as well. My family has a lot of dogs including a Labrador, a border collie and a beagle. I love to be with my family so much, I would rather be with them than get a hundred video games and toys. Your child and follower, Ranjit.”
“Dear God: Christmas is my favorite holiday. I am very happy for you because it is your birthday. I also get to be with all of my family on Christmas. Another reason is because I get a long time off from school. I love to tell the world about you being born. Last year, I was Joseph in my church Christmas play. Sincerely, Nick.”
“Dear God: Though I know Christmas is about the birth of Jesus, I still like to get presents. It’s fun to unwrap presents in a surprise. You don’t even know what you’re going to get. I give a lot of my toys away. I get sad sometimes getting rid of things. I’m OK with it later. Love, Leigh Ann.”
“Dear God: I love the smell of the house and the tree on Christmas morning. I love the feeling of Christmas on its way. Your friend, Jon (age 10).”
“Dear God: How are you doing? Is heaven OK? I just wanted you to know what Christmas means to me. Christmas means a time of joy, peace on Earth and rejoicing the day your Son, Christ came down to Earth. That one night was the most holy night on Earth. The presents that I get every year are OK, but the greatest present you gave to the world was Jesus. Sincerely, Howard (age 10).”
“Dear God: I know that a lot of people forget about you and think that Christmas is all about gifts. However, it is all about you and Jesus. I am really thankful that you sent down your one and only Son. That was such a great gift from you. Also, I am thankful for Jesus dying for us and our sins so that we could experience your love in heaven. Happy Birthday, Jesus! Love, Lorenzo.”
“Dear God: I am a new person when I get close to you when I pray. I see the lights on homes that represent Christmas. I get happy. I always get presents during Christmas. The Christmas lights inside my house and the tree ornaments are the best thing I like to put up. They are very nice cause they represent you, God. Sincerely your best friend, E.J.”
Merry Christmas!
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