I have strong dislike for the trite phrase “hustle and bustle.” It seems everyone who says anything in church–whether that be the pastor, music leader, person praying, or person sharing testimony, tries to have us reflect on how we need to get away from the “hustle and bustle” of Christmas business and think about the true meaning of Christmas.
My challenge: go deeper this Christmas in two ways.
First, let’s not only reflect on the baby, but on Christ the person, God became man, now reigning in Glory beside the Father interceding as our High Priest. Lets consider the depth of our transgression and the power–and sacrifice of the atonement.
Second, let’s go deeper into the nuance of the English language. Try using another word or phrase to describe the stress in this season. Try some of these on: hasten, whisk, rush, scuttle, scamper, commotion, or liveliness.
“This year we need to get away from the rush and commotion of Christmas to focus on the person and work of Christ.”
I would pay more attention to that.