Helping People Home
When I was growing up, I considered the “Haves” as those who had the best presents under the tree. The “Have Nots” were those who did not. Since I came to my senses, I realize the “Haves” are not the ones with the most under the tree but those who have Jesus in their heart. There may come times in our lives when Jesus is all we have, those are the times we realize He is all we ever need.
If you are looking for a last-minute gift idea why not share the gift of the gospel and put Christ in somebody’s Christmas. The gifts under the tree are nice but they quickly lose their luster. God gift wrapped His only son and sent Him to save us from sin. The gift in the manger is better than any gift under a tree. A relationship with Christ and the gift of grace is the gift that keeps on giving. It is not only a good gift but it is the best gift ever. Merry Christmas
It seems like we talk a lot about preparing this time of the year. Many of you probably spent countless hours in the kitchen preparing a Thanksgiving dinner. When I was growing up Thanksgiving used to last the entire day. It was a real family day. After dinner we would visit, play cards, nap, get up and eat leftovers. And then do it all over again and again and again. Unfortunately, the world has decided to change things. The world tells us we should be more thankful for the bargains than our blessing. Now Black Friday has crept into Thanksgiving Thursday. The world barely gives you enough time to digest …..
This morning I was thinking about how excited my sons used to be on Christmas Eve. The excitement would increase throughout the day as they anticipated arrival of Santa Claus. If you have had children I am certain you can relate. As we approach the end of Advent we as Christians need to have that same excitement. Not because of the coming of Claus but because of the coming of Christ and the celebration of His birth. Take some extra time today and put some Christ in your Christmas as you prepare for His coming I would like to wish all of you a Merry Christmas and peace filled New …..
My sons and I enjoy watching Christmas movies and last Sunday we watched Home Alone. The movie is about a young boy named Kevin that is accidentally left home while his family flies to Paris. Kevin is reunited with his family and everyone lives happily ever after. Unfortunately for many “Home Alone” during the holidays is all to real. Broken relationships or death of a loved may only magnify the “Home Alone” feeling. Maybe you are feeling a little lonely let me assure you as a follower of Christ, you are never alone. Before going back to Heaven Jesus told His disciples, “anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. …..