Why Jesus is better than Santa Claus



Santa lives at the North Pole.
Jesus is everywhere.

Santa rides in a sleigh.
Jesus rides on the wind and walks on the water.

Santa comes only once annually.
Jesus is an ever-present help.

Santa fills your stocking with presents.
Jesus fills your heart with love.

Santa comes down your chimney uninvited.
Jesus stands at your door and knocks, then enters your heart when invited.

You have to wait in line to see Santa.
Jesus is as close to you as the mention of His name.

Santa lets you sit on his lap.
Jesus lets you rest in His arms.

Santa does not know your name.
Jesus knew your name before you did.

Santa has a belly full of jelly.
Jesus has a heart full of love.

All Santa can offer you is HO, HO, HO.
Jesus offers you health, help, and hope.

Santa says, "You better not cry."
Jesus says, "Cast all your cares on me for I care for you."

Santa's little helpers make toys.
Jesus makes new life, mends wounded hearts, repairs broken homes, and builds mansions.

Santa may make you chuckle, but...
Jesus gives you joy that is your strength.

While Santa puts gifts under your tree,
Jesus became our gift and died on a tree.

It is obvious that there is really no comparison. We need to remember what Christmas is all about. We need to put "Christ" back into the word "Christmas". Jesus is the reason for the season.