What a beautiful season of the year, the time when we pause to reflect on God's wonderful gift to us in His Son, Jesus.
Or do we? Do we take time to be grateful for God's gift of salvation? Do we open our eyes to the light to be found only in Jesus? Do we allow our spirits to swell with joy as we ponder His amazing, unconditional love for us? Or are we so busy with our Christmas preparations that we don't have time to bask in the true reason for the season?
Many years as I get ready for Christmas, I find myself feeling stressed and overwhelmed, with too much to do and not enough time to get it all done. For the last few years I've given myself a much needed time-out by attending the Christmas concert of our local choral society. Today was my time-out day.
Again this afternoon as I sat in the full auditorium listening to the songs of Christmas, the beautiful old words calmed me and pointed me back to Jesus. I was reminded anew that my Lord is not concerned about external Christmas preparations. He is looking at my heart, waiting for me to thank Him for His beautiful gift, waiting patiently for me to sit in stillness before Him and worship Him in all His glory.
This Christmas may your heart be filled with quiet wonder as you ponder the humble birth of the King of Kings, come to earth to bring us the salvation found only in Him.
Peace and joy to you--
Deborah
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