Santa Claus is an idea that should be abolished.. Written from a Christian's point of view.

Throughout the ages, Santa Clause has been regarded as the symbol of Christmas. Depicted as an old man with a potbelly and long beard, he was the staple of the season. The stories went that if you were good throughout the year, then on Christmas Eve, Santa would come to your house and give you presents. Although this story is nice to tell younger children who are misbehaving, it does not apply to our society …

…past, and one that will continue to have meaning in the future. If you are going to celebrate something during Christmas time, celebrate His birth. The story that never loses it's value, one that has the ability to touch both young and old. His story has become our story of awe and reverence. Although you may be unwilling to relinquish your old Yuletide traditions, the real question lies here: Is there really room for both?