THE Coca Cola truck appears on our television screens and announces to the world that ‘Holidays are Coming!’ and #coketruck trends on social media almost immediately.

It’s strange how a fizzy drink can announce Christmas is upon us, but it does so pretty effectively. With excitement, our eyes follow the truck as it drives past. We know something great is on its way! Just like the three wise men from the east. As they followed that star, they knew it would lead to something amazing. And it did. Baby Jesus! God incarnate. The Saviour of the Earth. A Christmas gift like no other! A gift of love, joy, peace and hope.

This Christmas can I encourage you to fix your eyes on Jesus. By all means enjoy the Christmas get-togethers, the exchanging of presents, the turkey and tinsel, but don’t forget the One this season is all about.

Pause amongst the busyness and get excited that ‘Holidays are Coming’, not because of a truck carrying Coke, but because of Jesus!

Joy to the world! The Lord is come. Let earth receive her King!

May God bless you all this Christmas.