Is it necessary to receive gifts to be happy on Christmas?

In my opinion, gift-giving may be essential this coming holiday season, but it should not be the essence of the feast itself. Many are aware of the meaning of this christmas celebration, it is the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ and he practically saved us from all the adversaries brought about by sin...that's how important he is in our lives. It's because of him that's why we are saved and for that he is our true savior, so isn't it a great day he was born? it is worth celebrating and that's why this season we commemorate his life and good deeds...so in our own little way, we are given an opportunity to at least immitate his life and be good in this holiday season and beyond...the way he lived his life during his own time. Happy holidays!! Merry Christmas.

I dont think it is really necessary. I can celebrate Christmas without receiving any gift especialy nowadays that moneys equivalent is so small. You receive money now, in few hours its gone.

Just to live in a country where we do not fear the police, can come and go as we please and can worship God in our own way or not worship him at all should be sufficient to make us happy. Freedom is the best gift.

Presents are an important part of Christmas, but most important of all is to be with you family or friends! And it's never complete without a nice dinner!

No I would not feel bad if I didn't receive a gift because to be truthful I love to give more then to receive. I love to see the look on family and friends faces when they open up a gift that I know they wanted. Besides I usually buy myself something for myself. Something small that I really need, such as new underwear, socks or pj's.

I guess it's probably not necesary, but it certainly makes for a more exciting day. For me, the best part of Christmas is getting to spend time with my family and friends. I love to share food and drink and play games and laugh and catch up with everyone. Even in the mid-thirties, I enjoy the giving and receiving of gifts because it adds to the joy and excitement. It's fun to find the perfect gift for someone you love and it's equally rewarding to have someone you love find you the perfect gift. I love to get presents, but there is nothing in the world as rewarding as watching someone open a gift from you and loving it. It seems like a small way to repay all the small kindnesses that are given through the year. Gifts remind me of the magic of Christmas and Santa. It brings out the kid in me. What is life without the magic and childlike wonder?

No it's not. I'm happy when I'm the one giving the gifts, though I would be much happier if I receive even a tiny gift, but it doesn't mean that I'm sad when I dont't receive one. I really like to think about what gifts I would give to whom, then looking for it and even wrapping it makes me happy. lol.

As far as I am concerned from childhood I never liked to receive gifts and this continues till date. So people who knows me well never try to attempt. Since childhood I always enjoy giving away things and this is a born hobby with me. I can give away things just like that. I am planning to give something special this christmas to mankind at large. Look out for my discussion.

hello moneymaking, I have already have my best christmas gift ever and that is my two lovely kitties, ponchi and porsia. i don't care if i don't have the "gift" for xmas as long as i have both of these cuties. of course, my family included, but am sure the children will be disappointed since i don't have gifts for them since am broke

No, for me it's not! I also haven't got any presents for Christmas since I was at school. But this CHristmas I will receive something

Everybody do really hoped that they will receive any christmas gift. It goes with the feeling of Christ celebration every christmas. However, we have to be understandable that christmas presence can be in different forms..Some are material gifts, some are emotional gifts like families who have big problems and in that they, they are able to unite again. Gifts are expressions of someones feelings and existence. It shows how things are showed and delivered. These are memories that are stored in one's life.

I used to recieve gifts every year for christmas. But, now I'm lucky if I recieve anyting lately. George's parents usually send us money, but that's about it. We split it of course. But, lately I'm just happy if I don't have to spend the holiday alone. I don't like it that George uses the day as an excuse to drink, but at least he's home and I'm not alone.

I'm Chinese so what we would do on Christmas is to gather some friends and have a great party with foods and drinks and have fun! We do not buy presents except for those new lovers maybe. So present is not a must for Christmas in China. Some children will send christmas cards as well to give their best wishes to their best friends.

hey there MMT. Well, i don't think Christmas is necessary the time for gift-giving. It's more of an opportunity where families can spend time together in when they are too busy to do so during the rest of the year =)