"No one can measure the effect of an unselfish act of kindness. By small, simple
things great things do indeed come to pass. Of course, gifts given and gifts received
make Christmas special. For many children Christmas Eve is a very long night as they
look forward with eager anticipation to the gifts Santa brings, which is why children love
Santa Claus. Let me share what someone once said about Santa Claus: First of all, he's a
joyous individual ... Next, Santa Claus is interested in making others happy. He increases
the happy moments in the life of everyone he meets. He loves his work; he gets fun out of
his job. He is childlike, simple, humble, sincere and forgiving. Finally, he is a giver. His
philosophy is to give himself away in service. He is a friend to everyone. He smiles.
Perhaps you and I could attain greater happiness if we emulated Santa Claus a little
more, for his way is the way of the Infant Jesus."
President James E. Faust
(First Presidency Christmas Devotional, 1998)
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