“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light. For those who lived in a land of deep shadows–light! Sunbursts of light!” Isaiah 9:2 (The Message) The Christmas season is often depicted with bright lights and shiny packages tied together with beautiful bows. Many of us strive to…
Read more“When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy. And going into the house they saw the child with Mary his mother, and they fell down and worshiped him. Then, opening their treasures, they offered him gifts, gold and frankincense and myrrh.” (Matthew 2:10-11 ESV) Running around, finding…
Read moreAs we get closer to the Christmas festivities, many of us get so busy with the details that we come down with a case of the forgetfulness. It is never intentional, but while we busy ourselves with all of our lists; gifts to buy, cards to send, food to buy,…
Read more“The people that walked in darkness have seen a great light: they that dwelt in the land of the shadow of death, upon them hath the light shined. Thou hast multiplied the nation, thou hast increased their joy; they joy before thee according to the joy in harvest, as men…
Read moreThe days are slipping by so quickly, and I long to slow them down – to savor this time. I love soaking in all the beautifully written things about the true meaning of Christmas, listening to the familiar carols and looking with wonder at the miracle of the Gift. I…
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