Don’t Miss The Forest For The Tree | Hope from the Tree Stump

Christmas draws our attention to familiar traditions. Everybody has their favorites. It’s hard not to focus on the trappings, the toys, the tinsel and of course, the tree. But don’t miss the forest for the trees! Christmas is so familiar we run the risk of missing the point. Let’s step back from the Christmas tree and see the bigger picture of what it’s all about. Beyond the decorations and gifts in front of us, there is a much bigger story to notice — a vast forest of wonder and meaning for everyone.

Getting a grasp of the deeper meaning of Christmas will help us tackle some of life’s BIGGEST questions. It turns out Christmas has a lot to do with trees. But not in the way you think. Don’t miss the forest for the tree.