F.A.M.I.L.Y. denotes Father And Mother I Love You.
Deuteronomy 5:16 says "Honor your father and your mother, as the LORD your God has commanded you, so that you may live long and that it may go well with you in the land the LORD your God is giving you.
Although we are a Christian, it does not change the tradition of going home or gathering at home to celebrate Chinese New Year. Hours before the big day, relatives near and far file in for the reunion dinner - the most important event of the celebration. A sumptuous meal lies on the dining table, a tribute to a year well-lived and the opportunities that lie ahead.
I wish all our Chinese readers Gong Xi Gong Xi and extend my best wishes to you and your family. May your Chinese New Year celebration be filled with love, joy and peace. May the year 2009 bring you overflowing joy and happiness always.
During this time of great challenges, I pray that the favour and blessing of the Almighty God be upon you always. For us who are Christians, may this seasonal celebration brings a deeper meaning of "Xin Nian", "新年", a new year, as it represents a new year of new challenges, opportunities, hope and joy to serve and glorify God so that He can draw all men unto Him.
1 Corinthians 10 : 31 reminded us - "So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. "
Let us rejoice and offer praise and thanks to God for this blessed season as there are much goodies and cookies to eat during this occasion.
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