Finding Peace On Christmas

Two thousand years ago the angels heralded the birth of Jesus Christ as they sang,

“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.”  (Luke 2:14)  

Today, we often say that we want a peaceful life.

We wish to be at a place 

where there is no noise, 

no trouble, or no hard work.

But this does not actually mean Peace.

To be in the midst of all chaos of life, 

and still be calm in your heart - 

is what “peace” is.


This Christmas, open your heart
to the coming of the Holy Child, 
only then you can find a lasting peace.

May we hold still this Christmas long enough to feel the “peace on earth” proclaimed by the angels. Then, as the woman who touched the hem of His robe, the Lord can say to us, “…thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace…” (Mark 5:34).

Across the Arabian Gulf,  I am wishing you all a happy Christmas blessed with peace and goodwill. I hope that, through our greetings, we pass on this message of love, joy and peace.