RE-GIFTING
My friend TC from Wisdom Of A Fool reminded me of one of my favorite Christmas songs so I thought I’d repost this one again, it’s kinda becoming a tradition around here.
TO: You
This Christmas I find myself in a predicament, like the little drummer boy, I have nothing to give you, the reader. So I’m sitting here with only words. Just like the little drummer boy who had only his drum.
But wait! Didn’t the little drummer boy actually enjoy playing the drums? What sacrifice did he make? He got to do what he loved! He was commended and got a smile from God to boot!
Come to think of it, the little drummer boy got his gift from God. He got the desire, discipline, and perseverance to play the drums from God. In essence, the little drummer boy was guilty of re-gifting.
Well if it’s good enough for the little drummer boy, it’s good enough for me!
The song never said the little drummer boy was the best drum player in the world. It’s just what he loved to do and he obviously enjoyed sharing with others.
I too am willing to give you all that I can give you this year. Like the little drummer boy, I enjoy what God set in my heart. Some people call it a “labor of love.” I guess that sums it up pretty well. Without question, it is a sacrifice of time and energy, but hopefully it’s done some good for a few folks along the way.
Here is your simple handmade present, not much different than some of the others I’ve given you. Still not wrapped in a bow… and a bit rough around the edges.
May these words find you wrapped in something better than a red bow. May you and your family be wrapped in the love, mercy and grace of God.
May He manifest this gift in your life with health, protection, and provision.
May each and every one of us grasp how uniquely important we are in the history of mankind. The fact that we’re alive here and now was planned by God before the foundations of the universe, each life is important and accounted for.
May we use the gifts He’s provided in our lives to do His will, thereby bringing Him honor.
May God’s spirit rest upon each person reading this simple word present. Your gift like my gift doesn’t have to be fancy or perfect, it is the gift from God supplied by Him for the purpose of us re-gifting His gift to others.
May our heart be lifted up regardless of circumstances we might be dealing with in this flesh currently.
May God lift our burdens and allow us to see His will and purpose in our lives.
May we all be bound together with God in His spirit.
May we acknowledge this fact to one another.
May we say with love in our hearts, thank you to God, and to one another ———– “Merry Christmas.”
May the God of all that is, bless you and yours.
Pam
Thursday, December 12, 2013 @ 7:35 pm
Beautiful post, Floyd. Thank you! And Merry Christmas!
Floyd
Friday, December 13, 2013 @ 4:24 pm
Thanks, Pam. Merry Christmas to you and yours as well!
Jason Stasyszen
Friday, December 13, 2013 @ 10:09 am
Wonderful blessing and may it all come back to you and your house as well! Merry Christmas, Floyd. I appreciate you, your wisdom, and friendship. Thanks so much!
Floyd
Friday, December 13, 2013 @ 4:25 pm
Thanks so much, Jason. I appreciate you as well, brother. Thanks for sharing your heart which encourages mine. Merry Christmas, Jason.
Dolly@Soulstops
Friday, December 13, 2013 @ 12:46 pm
Floyd,
What a great take on “re-gifting” and Thank you for the prayer blessing and I pray the same for you and your family…you’ve inspired me to write one on my blog…hopefully before Christmas 🙂 Merry Christmas to you and your family and the richest blessing of all, His presence, joy and peace to overflowing so you may share with others 🙂
Floyd
Friday, December 13, 2013 @ 4:27 pm
Thanks for the warm greeting, Dolly. Blessings to you and yours. I’m looking forward to your post. Merry Christmas, sister!
Hazel Moon
Friday, December 13, 2013 @ 6:42 pm
Well said and gratefully received! Merry Christmas to you and your family also.
Floyd
Saturday, December 14, 2013 @ 9:52 am
Likewise, Hazel. Praying for you and all of yours this season and throughout the year. Merry Christmas.
Rick Dawson
Friday, December 13, 2013 @ 6:51 pm
Thanks for your (online and offline) presence and your prayer – both augment my present. 🙂
Floyd
Saturday, December 14, 2013 @ 9:51 am
It’s been my pleasure and honor, Rick. Thanks for the laughs and the prodding to think deeper. It’s been a tremendous gift and blessings. Merry Christmas, brother.
Barb Raveling
Friday, December 13, 2013 @ 7:29 pm
Thanks for all those words of encouragement and blessing, Floyd! May God also bless you this Christmas as you have blessed us this year!
Floyd
Saturday, December 14, 2013 @ 9:50 am
You’re welcome, Barb, and thank you for all you’ve done for so many this year. Praying for you and yours. Merry Christmas. Thanks, Barb.
child of God
Friday, December 13, 2013 @ 8:28 pm
Thank you, that was heartfelt and beautiful. Your gift is wonderful and I again thank you for blessing all of us with it.
Merry Christmas my brother.
Floyd
Saturday, December 14, 2013 @ 9:48 am
You’re welcome, and it’s most definitely my honor. Merry Christmas to you and yours, sister. I know for sure you’ll be having a white Christmas!
Chuck Allen
Friday, December 13, 2013 @ 8:59 pm
Merry Christmas, Floyd!
Floyd
Saturday, December 14, 2013 @ 9:46 am
Thanks, Chuck. Merry Christmas to you and yours, brother!
Betty Jo
Saturday, December 14, 2013 @ 7:48 am
A beautiful gift and blessing Floyd! I receive it with open arms and heart. As I read, I prayed it right back atcha, and your family. So glad to have met you this year, and other new online blogging friends. What a blessing that has been! Merry, Merry Christmas to you and yours. Wrapped with you in Jesus!!
Floyd
Saturday, December 14, 2013 @ 9:46 am
I can’t ask for anything better than that, Betty Jo! Thank you so much! I’m praying for your loved ones, including your brother. May he receive the best CHRISTmas present ever. Merry Christmas, Betty Jo, it’s been a blessing for me as well.
Ngina Otiende
Saturday, December 14, 2013 @ 7:56 am
Amen,thank you for these great reminders and inspiration. Merry Christmas to you and yours too!
Floyd
Saturday, December 14, 2013 @ 9:43 am
Thanks to you as well, Ngina. I appreciate your passion for your ministry, it’s an encouragement. Merry Christmas to your family here and over seas. God bless you and them.
Mia
Saturday, December 14, 2013 @ 8:04 am
Hi Floyd
Thank you, dear friend! My husband always says that if you love what you do, you are never “working”, you are only living, enjoying life with its ups and downs.Your words of blessing is such a good example of this. You have such a unique way of telling a story and sharing the live of Jesus! Thank you for all your support this year. It is an honor to call you brother.
Blessings XX
Mia
Floyd
Saturday, December 14, 2013 @ 9:42 am
I like that saying, “Find what you love to do and you’ll never have to work a day in your life.” Thanks for sharing your gift as well, it’s been a blessing to many. I too am honored, Mia. Thanks, sister.
Bill (cycelguy)
Saturday, December 14, 2013 @ 9:18 am
Back at ya my friend. In spades. May you know all and more of what He promises: “He can do far more than we can ask or think.” Praying you have a joy-filled Christmas this year. I look forward to sharing more with you in ’14.
Floyd
Saturday, December 14, 2013 @ 9:37 am
Thanks, Bill. And thanks for the prayers. Your iron has sharpened mine.
David
Monday, December 16, 2013 @ 2:32 pm
Thank you, Floyd. Since I have never seen this post before, your re-gift is a new gift to me. And if you choose to re-gift it again it will, never-the-less, be a blessing next time as well. God has gifted you with wisdom, wit, and insight and the ability to share it well through your words, and as a result, we are blessed. Keep sharing your gift, Floyd, because many of us are the better for it.
God bless you and yours this CHRIST-mas season! Thanks for helping me regain some proper focus.
Floyd
Monday, December 16, 2013 @ 5:25 pm
Oh man, you bless me, David. Thanks for being a light in this dark world as well. And thanks for your gift of words that you’ve been giving all year. God bless you and yours as well, brother. May He pour out His abundant grace and blessings on you and your family. Thanks again, David.
Hazel Moon
Monday, December 16, 2013 @ 11:24 pm
I am so grateful for you entering this post at “Tell me a Story.” We must use the gifts we are given to bless others in what ever small way we can.
Floyd
Tuesday, December 17, 2013 @ 5:23 pm
Amen, Hazel. That is the job we’re sent to do. Thanks for hosting your ever growing site!
Loren Pinilis
Wednesday, December 18, 2013 @ 10:21 am
Great application of that song. I had never quite thought of it like that before.
Floyd
Wednesday, December 18, 2013 @ 5:56 pm
Thanks, Loren. Our Father smiling at us… That’s an amazing concept to ponder, isn’t’ it?
Caleb Suko
Wednesday, December 18, 2013 @ 4:27 pm
Thanks for the Christmas greetings Floyd. Your words are always a gift. I have received encouragement, been challenged and simply enjoyed reading your posts over the last year.
May you have a wonderful celebration of the birth of our Savior and King!
Floyd
Wednesday, December 18, 2013 @ 6:04 pm
Thanks, brother. I’m praying for a blessed Christmas for you and your family as well and blessings on your ministry. Thanks for your obedience, Caleb. It’s more encouraging than you know.
Dan Erickson
Thursday, December 19, 2013 @ 6:28 am
What a beautiful gift Floyd. I pray the same blessings for you.
Floyd
Thursday, December 19, 2013 @ 2:18 pm
Thanks, Dan. I’d say we exchanged some pretty special gifts, brother.
Micah
Friday, December 20, 2013 @ 4:37 am
This is beautiful. Amen and amen. Thanks, brother.
Floyd
Saturday, December 21, 2013 @ 8:16 am
Thanks, Micah. The best gifts come from the inside. Blessings to you and yours this Christmas, brother.
Joanne Norton
Friday, December 20, 2013 @ 9:35 pm
Floyd, this was a real truthful, blessed, and joyous post. And you are one of my main gifts in this past year-plus. I truly appreciate your fellowship, brotherhood. Thank you for sharing this so very nice… and that song with the drummer is one of my favorites. Makes me grin. [I wrote a play about 35 years ago, and included something similar. Made people smile.] Bless you, dear brother.
Floyd
Saturday, December 21, 2013 @ 8:27 am
Thank you for the kind word gift as well, Joanne. You’re a special soul called to bring people together. You’re attitude and perspective are encouraging and are gifts as well. God bless you and your entire family, Joanne. Merry Christmas.
tcavey
Saturday, December 21, 2013 @ 11:25 am
You brought fresh meaning to my favorite Christmas song. Thank you!
I’d never thought of it as “re-gifting”…that’s pretty awesome.
tcavey
Saturday, December 21, 2013 @ 11:26 am
Thanks also for mentioning my blog!
Merry Christmas.
Floyd
Saturday, December 21, 2013 @ 2:44 pm
My pleasure. Hope some others can pick up on your wisdom, TC.
Floyd
Saturday, December 21, 2013 @ 2:42 pm
I knew for sure you’d get a kick out of it. Thanks for reminding me of it, TC.
Nancy
Sunday, January 12, 2014 @ 8:18 pm
Thanks for the great post! You reminded me of a song I haven’t thought of in years. Kurt Kaiser wrote it. Here it is. I think you will enjoy it!
It only takes a spark to get a fire going,
And soon all those around can warm up in its glowing;
That’s how it is with God’s Love,
Once you’ve experienced it,
Your spread the love to everyone
You want to pass it on.
What a wonderous time is spring,
When all the tress are budding
The birds begin to sing, the flowers start their blooming;
That’s how it is with God’s love,
Once you’ve experienced it.
You want to sing, it’s fresh like spring,
You want to pass it on.
I wish for you my friend
This happiness that I’ve found;
You can depend on God
It matters not where you’re bound,
I’ll shout it from the mountain top – PRAISE GOD!
I want the world to know
The Lord of love has come to me
I want to pass it on.
I’ll shout it from the mountain top – PRAISE GOD!
I want the world to know
The Lord of love has come to me
I want to pass it on.
Floyd
Monday, January 13, 2014 @ 6:48 pm
That is an awesome song, Nancy! I remember it! I haven’t thought of that for a long time. Thanks for sharing that! It’s so amazing that it sang in your mind to share with us! Thanks, sister!