“Best Christmas Ever” is a popular charity with local roots. Founded by Don Liimatainen after his family surprised him during a particularly harsh Christmas a few years ago, the movement has spread nationwide. It’s a beautiful story.

But this isn’t about BCE. Rather, it’s about how events like “Best Christmas Ever” have a much wider effect than their mission.

Such movements often motivate us to become more charitable in our lives, more generous to those who are not as fortunate as us, and more content with the blessings we have. Such good feelings propel us throughout the yea...