Lifted From Thomas McKenzie

I'm lifting this from my friend Thomas McKenzie, but I think it was worth stealing.

"Halloween is this Saturday. There are Christians who feel that Halloween is an evil day and that it should not be celebrated. As there are some pagan roots to Halloween (as there are pagan roots to most Christian holidays), and as Halloween is sometimes celebrated in an ungodly way, that position is understandable. If you prefer not to celebrate Halloween in any way, that is a fine choice.

However, Halloween is also one of the very few days of the year, perhaps the only day of the year, in which getting to know your neighbors is encouraged by our culture. Even if you don't choose to decorate your house or wear a costume, let me encourage you to consider keeping your lights on and handing out treats to children who come by. Or consider going with children as they walk in the neighborhood, keeping them company and greeting neighbors. Consider seeing Halloween as an open door to love others, to bless them, and to get to know them. "

Rebecca and I are taking to boys to visit the less fortunate. We're going the the Vanderbilt football game.