What would Jesus do?: Christmas break with Jesus

Many people ask themselves the question, “What would Jesus do?” when trying to make big life decisions. I, however, aim to answer the question in the context of Christmas break. This is what Jesus would do if He were to join you on your break during the holiday season. 

In Luke 7, Jesus was harshly accused of being a glutton and a drunkard by His critics for His enjoyment of food and drink. We know that this was merely Him enjoying some of the pleasures God had given us, so I feel like it is safe to say that He would be a big fan of all the festive foods available during the holiday season. Knowing his exploits with wine, Jesus most likely wouldn’t need any cocoa mix to make a mean cup of hot chocolate. Additionally, all it would take is five Chritsmas cookies and two candy canes, and He could feed the whole campus with some delicious holiday treats. 

Jesus would also be a fantastic snowboarding partner. You can rest assured that no matter how treacherous that path He takes you down, it will always end up where you are meant to be; so long as you actually follow Him, that is. Jesus would no doubt be a skilled snowboarder as well. Given His past occupation as a carpenter, I'm sure He is proficient in carving. 

There is also, of course, the tradition of gift giving, at which Jesus is excellent. Traditionally, He doles out gifts in the form of spiritual strengths rather than toys, but who can really blame Him? His birthday was usurped by a big fat man in a red coat who gives out toys and coal based on an arbitrary system of naughty and nice. I, for one, would much rather accept a floating flame above my head from the Son of Man than a poorly built toy train from some old hermit who lives in the barren tundra.  

Christmas break is a wonderful time of year to connect with family and friends alike. Whether you spend it at home or go out adventuring, don’t forget who the season is really meant to be celebrating. So, get on out there, and enjoy the joyous adventures that Christmas brings!  

By Caleb Schaber