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Once again, we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ by serving others this Christmas season. As we follow His example, we can help #LightTheWorld.
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Once again, we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ by serving others this Christmas season. As we follow His example, we can help #LightTheWorld.
"Freely ye have received, freely give."
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Jesus made it clear that everything we have is a gift freely given from God. We should be grateful for all that we have and be willing to give just as freely to others.
"I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink."
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People around us are thirsting both physically and spiritually. We can help them receive the life-sustaining water that their bodies need and the living water that their spirits need.
"Wherefore it is lawful to do well on the sabbath days."
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God designated the Sabbath as a day of rest, but that doesn’t mean we should be idle on this day. Instead, we should use our time and talents to bless others.
"Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself."
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Jesus told us to love our neighbors. Whether our “neighbors” live next door or in another country, we can show Christlike love for them through service.
"Honour thy father and mother."
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We shouldn’t wait for Mother’s Day or Father’s Day to express our love to our parents. We can show appreciation year-round by serving them and living the way they taught us to live.
"Judge not, that ye be not judged."
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Only Jesus lived a sinless life. We should show compassion when others make mistakes, and we trust that others will show us compassion when we have been less than perfect.
"Suffer the little children to come unto me."
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Jesus loved little children. We can each brighten the life of a child simply by taking the time to show that we care.
"Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you."
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We may not get along with everyone, but we shouldn’t be unkind to anyone. Jesus showed us the ultimate example of loving an enemy.
"I was sick, and ye visited me."
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Sickness and hard times affect us all eventually. We can help lift those who are suffering, even if all we do is devote a little time to visiting them.
"Search the scriptures."
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The scriptures contain the word of God, relayed to us through inspired servants. As we study the scriptures, we grow closer to God and gain a clearer vision of our purpose on earth.
"I was a stranger, and ye took me in."
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We find it easy to serve and show kindness to people we already know and love. But we don’t fully follow the Savior’s example until we extend that same kindness to people we don’t know.
"Blessed are they that mourn."
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Crushing burdens and tragic losses can nearly overwhelm people at times. To show Christlike compassion, we should comfort those who mourn, helping to lift their heavy hearts.
"All things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them."
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"Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." This is called the Golden Rule, and if everyone followed it, the world would be a better place.
"For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also."
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There’s nothing wrong with having possessions as long as we don’t lose sight of more important things. When we focus on what really matters and on serving others, we can find real happiness.
"Blessed are the merciful."
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Jesus’s sacrifice on our behalf was the greatest example of mercy. We can follow His example by extending mercy and compassion to others wherever we can.
"[I was] naked, and ye clothed me."
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Along with things like food and shelter, clothing is a basic need. It covers us and can keep us warm. We can share with people to help them get the items they need.
"Ye shall meet together oft."
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The Lord commanded that His followers should meet together often to strengthen one another. This applies not only to church congregations but also to families and communities.
"Forgive men their trespasses."
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Allowing anger or resentment to fester will never lead to happiness. We must make amends with people before bitterness destroys our important relationships.
"Rejoice, and be exceeding glad."
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God loves us and wants us to be happy. We have many reasons to be happy, even if we don’t realize all of them. One way we find joy is by helping others feel joy.
"A man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth."
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Sometimes possessions distract us from appreciating the most important things in life. By eliminating these distractions, we can lead a more fulfilling life.
"For I was an hungred, and ye gave me meat."
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A person can experience spiritual hunger as well as physical hunger. As Jesus did, we can offer people both kinds of nourishment.
"That which ye have seen me do even that shall ye do."
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No one else has provided a better pattern for living than Jesus Christ. As we seek to emulate Him, we can improve our own lives and the lives of people around us.
"I was in prison, and ye came unto me."
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Some prisons are literal, physical institutions, but other “prisons” include physical and mental afflictions, and addictions. Reach out to those who are feeling trapped and let them know they’re not alone.
"Ye must watch and pray always."
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Prayer is the simple communication between God the Father and His beloved children. God has promised to answer the prayers of those who humbly ask.
"Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven."
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Jesus is the Light of the World, but every person can shine his or her own light into the world. Follow Christ’s example and be a light in the lives of those around you this Christmas season and all year long.
How will you #LightTheWorld this year?
Use this calendar as a starting point as you plan your holiday service opportunities.
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Share what you're doing by using the hashtag #LightTheWorld.