12-03-2008, 11:42 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2007
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Age: 57
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SYMBOLS OF CHRISTMAS
CANDY CANE:
The shape of the cane used by the shepherds to lead his flock just as Jesus Christ leads us. The white represents the purity of Christ and the red is the blood he shed for us.
STAR:
The star lead people to the Christ child and was a sign to the world of the birth of the Savior.
WREATH:
The circle reminds us of eternal life that never ends.
CHRISTMAS TREE:
The evergreen represents eternal life and the shape of the tree points us to heaven.
HOLLY:
Represents the crown of thorns worn by Christ and the red berries, the blood drops.
MISTLETOE:
A sign for peace.
CANDLE:
Christ is the light of the world.
PRESENTS:
Heavenly Father gave the world the greatest gift, His son. We give gifts to others to let them know of our love for them.
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Looking back on things, the view always improves. Impollutable Pogo (1970) I'll tell you, son, the minority got us out-numbered! ~ Congersman Frog (Walt Kelly's Pogoism's)
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