A little boy on crutches reminds the world that the one we celebrate at Christmas was a healer and a compassionate friend. This is what Christmas is about - reaching out to the vulnerable. 

Scrooge reminds us that living for the idol of Gain creates hearts that are bitter and hard. But hearts that count Christ more valuable than any gain - these hearts are filled with Christmas joy and peace.

In Charles Dicken's classic "A Christmas Carol", many spirits are wandering the earth trying to do good to others, but discovering that it's too late for them to help. Let's remember Paul's wise words on doing good whenever we have the opportunity!

Mary sings a wonderful song of praise in Elizabeth's home, where her soul magnifies the Lord. Will our homes magnify the Lord this Christmas?

Elizabeth's husband doubted the good news he was given... but Mary accepted it in faith, and Elizabeth encourages her for her faith. How is your faith doing this Christmas? After a tough year, it would be easy to doubt God. But trust - His promises will still all be fulfilled!

Elizabeth and Mary were both humble servants of God - and this is why he chose them to play such vital roles in his mission. Will yours be a home of humility this Christmas?

Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit as she celebrated Christ! As Christians we can only live the life God calls us to with the Spirit's help. Are you asking for the Spirit's filling and empowering this Christmas?

Elizabeth welcomed Mary into her home warmly, when she probably faced rejection at her own home. Will your home be a welcoming one this Christmas?

Forged Through Fire is a great story of hope. Dr Mark McDonough's hardships inspired him to become a reconstructive surgeon and help those going through similar trials to him. God will do the same for you and I - he will turn our tragedies into triumphs if we let him!

As Dr Mark McDonough lay in hospital recovering from his many burns, a friend showed him true compassion. Sometimes instead of giving advice to those in need, all we need to do is be present.