Day 358 Bible Reading: Zechariah 6-7, Revelation 15, Psalm 143 and Proverbs 30:21-23 
On nights like Christmas Eve, we celebrate the spiritual significance of the birth of Christ who brought Heaven on earth. Beware – let us not be like the Jews of old whose fasting was a ceremonial expression, devoid of real hunger and thirst for God and His righteousness.
"And when you eat and when you drink, do you not eat for yourselves and drink for yourselves?" – Zechariah 7:6 (English Standard Version)
"Lord, forgive me when in my merry making I have reduced such occasions to trivial partying. On nights of celebration – let me show my gratitude for Christ’s birth so I may truly share in the joy, peace and hope that comes from You. In Jesus’ name, Amen."
