Christmas is the season of giving and sharing love. Giving is an act of sowing, and whenever we sow we expect to reap. The beauty in the act of giving is that if follows the law of sowing and reaping, which ensures that anything we put into the universe does not just return to us exactly the amount we sowed but with multiplication. Following this principle, the act of giving is more of a blessing to the giver than to the receiver. A man that sacrifices his last seeds for planting, knows that in due season the seeds will grow and bring more fruits. Giving is the secret behind true rich people.
There is an energy of love and thoughtfulness behind every true act of giving. This energy is more important than the item of gift. But this is does not mean we should give what is poor, nevertheless the emphasis is on giving with love. Most times people immediately pick up the thoughtfulness attached to the gift even without even opening it, they smile, and they may also experience a warmth feeling. Each time we give, let it emanate from love, because love is paramount.
Giving is method of controlling what comes to us in the future. For example, if you want love, then give love. If you want peace, then share peace etc. A lot of people may complain they do not have anything to give, the truth is that the act of giving is not limited to material things. We can give our time, love, prayers, smile, and share happiness with others. Life revolves around giving, and a man that needs growth and improvement should learn how to give.