It's the season for love! The holidays during this time of the year from Thanksgiving to Christmas and the New Year are all great times to celebrate love, family, and the spirit of giving. As Christians, we share the love because God first loved us when He gave us Jesus, our Savior.

Love is an important part of life, more so during the holidays. It's something that we all need. Love can help us through difficult times. The feeling of love also helps us to be kinder and more generous toward others.

We all know that feeling of love, whether it be romantic or familial. It can make us feel like we're floating on air. But what's even better than that feeling? Being able to share that feeling with others!

Love is a funny thing. The more we give away, the more full up on love we get.

So spend some time thinking about how you can share your feelings of love with the people you care about. And you can even extend love to those whom you don't really know. It's good to know that there are people out there who will appreciate receiving a little bit of love during this special time of year.

Send the very best of yourself this Christmas. You don't need to spend a lot to do this. You can share love in its simplest forms - a kind word, a helping hand, or a thoughtful gesture. What's important is you make hearts happy for the holidays…

I would like you to take on a Share the Love Challenge. I created a free printable that you can download and print out to help keep track of how you are sharing the love this holiday season. The first page is for listing what you would like to do to show love to the world for the week. The second page is for journaling. Write about what happened during the week, so you have something to help you remember the special memories made during the challenge.

Here are 15 ways you can share love with others this holiday season:

#1 Make a connection.

Most families are excited about the Christmas holidays. Kids especially feel so happy to see their gifts under the tree. But remember to teach your kids that Christmas is not just about Santa or receiving presents.

Christmas is about being together with family; showing kindness to them, and sharing special moments. If you haven't spent as much quality time with your family, then take time during the holidays.

Christmas is also about the birth of Jesus, the Savior of the world from sin and death. Share with your kids the wonderful story and good news of Jesus' birth.

Sugggested action: List ideas of how to spend time connecting with your children and sharing about the meaning of Christmas.

#2 Make tree decorating and gift-wrapping a shared family experience.

Do you put up decorations and give gifts during Christmas? Too often, Mom or Dad does most of the decorating and wrapping of gifts. But kids can actually be involved in the selection, purchase, and wrapping of gifts for the special people on your list.

Not only will you have some bonding time with your kids, but you can also teach them the importance of sharing and giving to the people you all love and care for.

Suggested action: Plan your to-dos related to putting up your Christmas tree or Christmas decorations. Make gift-giving a family activity, which includes buying and wrapping the gifts.

#3 Get together with grandparents.

With so much going on, sometimes you tend to forget to squeeze in quality time for grandparents. Set a date to have the kids sleep over, or maybe you can all take Grandpa and/or Grandma out for a holiday lunch. Simple gestures can go a long way in creating closeness with grandparents. It will mean so much to them and let them know that they are loved.

Suggested action: Think about how you can spend a special time together with your mom/dad, your kids' grandparents.

#4 Prepare dinner for Mom.

Mothers do so much for every member of the family even during this busy and bustling time of year. It takes a lot of time and effort just to prepare for the December holidays. Imagine the shopping, the baking, the cooking and the decorating that your mom needs to do to make everyone else's Christmas special. Can you return the favor by making or buying your mom dinner? It will give her a break from cooking, which she will really appreciate.

Suggested action: Maybe you can prepare a dinner for other moms you know who are really struggling with their time.

#5 Give your hardworking husband a relaxing massage.

For couples, a nice massage means love in action, no words are needed. A back rub, neck kneading or foot massage lets couples connect and relax without saying anything.

If you don't know how to massage, now is the perfect time to start learning some massage techniques. Read a book or watch some videos online for helpful tips.

Suggested action: List what you need to do to be able to actually give your spouse a nice massage.

#6 Tell your kids a bedtime story.

When was the last time you read a story with your kids? If it's been a while, surely your kids already miss cuddling up for a goodnight story. Set aside even just 15 minutes for hugs and shared reading with your kids. It can make all the difference in helping them wind down for the night. Bonding at bedtime reminds them of how much they're loved.

Suggested action: Pick what bedtime stories you will tell your kids. How often will you do it?

#7 Let bygones be bygones.

Do you have a long-time feud going on with a relative or friend from the past? Perhaps it's time to make up and start over. This Christmas, bury the hatchet and let go of the burden of not forgiving others. Forgiveness will set your spirit free, and you will have the most wonderful holiday season when you forgive.

Suggested action: Do you remember anyone whom you have offended or vice versa? What do you need to do to mend the relationship?

#8 Be the first to say "I'm sorry."

Christmas comes with its share of quibbles amidst the merriment of this busy season. You didn't mean to say it but you said it anyway. A carelessly placed remark offended your spouse, a family member, a relative or a friend. Now what? Be the better person and say your apologies. It only takes those two little words to right a wrong and smooth things over. If you really care, you will be humble enough to say "I'm sorry". Don't wait too long, okay?

Suggested action: Aside from saying sorry, list what you can do to really show your sincere apologies.

#9 Help someone who is struggling.

The cold weather can trigger aging joints making it difficult to walk and move around. If you see a person in the parking lot having a hard time getting packages to the car, offer to help. Send a little love to a stranger just by offering a helping hand. Your kindness can go a long way.

Sugggested action: List names of people who might be needing some help with errands. Take some time to make yourself available to help.

#10 Pray for those who need it.

Not all people are blessed with carefree holidays. Some may be struggling with relationships, experiencing financial difficulties, or fighting sickness. There's nothing more powerful than a prayer. By offering a prayer, you can show someone that you care and be a source of strength and hope.

Suggested action: Take a moment to pray for those who need it today. If you can visit the sick and pray with them, that would be awesome.

#11 Visit sick kids.

A child would not like to spend Christmas in a hospital room. It's sad that many children who have cancer and other serious illnesses have no other choice. Why not visit the hospital and bring Christmas gifts, toys, and treats to brighten a child's day. You can also have simple activities, like playing games or telling stories, to make the kids happy.

Suggested action: Volunteer at your local children's hospital to give cheer to a sick child. If you can, bring some gifts, too.

#12 Remember the lonely and the lovelorn.

Not everyone is having an enjoyable holiday season. There are those who had to face a breakup, struggle through divorce or deal with the sadness of losing a loved one. If you know someone, reach out to them. Offer a listening ear and a kind heart. Doing something as small as this can help them shake off the blues and know they're loved.

Suggested action: Do you see someone who's always alone or without family or friends? Be a friend to that person today. Your presence may be just what they need to make it through the tough times.

#13 Engage with an elderly person.

The holidays can be difficult for seniors who are bedridden and nursing home-bound. Take time to engage with the elderly who need love and care at this time. Show up with books or magazines, answer a crossword or puzzle together, or sing songs. You can also just sit and listen to them. You can learn so much from their life stories. Not only will they be happy that you are around. You, too, will be surprised at how much joy and happiness an elderly person can bring to your life!

Suggested action: If you know an elderly person in your community, visit him/her, bring a little treat, and just spend some time listening. You'll be glad you did.

#14 Offer to babysit.

Babysitting can be a great way to help those around you who are busy with their own lives. Not only will you be giving the stress-out parents a much-needed break but you'll also be creating a positive and memorable experience for the children.

Suggested action: Offer to babysit for some pooped-out parents. Maybe you can take the kids for dinner or a sleepover. The parents will thank you for having a date night, or some peaceful time together at home.

#15 Hold the baby.

Have you had the chance to hold a baby? It's one of the most magical experiences you'll ever have! There's a happy feeling that you cannot explain. So, if you see a mom, maybe your sister or friend, who's having a hard time this holiday season doing all things around the house, why not just hold her baby for a while. You'll be happy you did!

Suggested action: Offer your help to a mom who has a baby. If she needs to do something, hold her baby for the time being, so she can do it. You may think it's not a big help, but for a mom, it is.

I hope you can use these ideas as a springboard to take action and personally share God's love with others. If you like this post, please share it with your friends. Have a great day!