“THINKING!”

Me-Maw Thoughts
Number 455
December 17, 2019///

I am sure you are aware that one week from today is Christmas Eve!

So, I want to throw out to you some thought provoking questions!!

What is on your mind today?

Are you thinking of tinsel and bright lights or are you thinking of the light of the world that we are celebrating?

Are you thinking of the gifts left to buy or are you thinking of the gift of life Jesus came to give?

Are you thinking of the preparation for next week still to do or are you thinking of preparation with an eternal perspective?

Are you thinking about those less fortunate or only of you own needs and desires?

As we gallop or rush or stroll through this last week may we remember the reason we as Christians love and celebrate Christmas.

You notice the CHRIST in Christmas, but the social system of the world wants to take the Christ out of Christmas in more than just the name. They are trying to make it just a holiday.

But as children of the most high God, creator of the Universe, we understand that this is a most wonderful time of the year! Not because of stuff but of the stuff life is made of. Jesus came to give us real life.

It is most amazing to be able to celebrate with friends and families but may we not ever get so busy and so caught up in the rush to get it all right that we forget the King of Kings and Lord of Lords chose to come as a babe, to a less than ordinary birth place, so He could show us how to live and then take the sin from the entire world on the Cross of Calvary.

Our actions and reactions to those we meet in the stores and malls can show the world that Jesus brings Joy, Peace, and a spirit of ease in a world of chaos!

Nehemiah 8:10 (KJV)
the joy of the LORD is your strength.

Philippians 4:7 (KJV)
And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

1 Peter 5:7 (KJV)
Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

God’s word will give you joy, and joy will give you strength. Then you can walk in peace, casting every care on Him. We do not have to live life alone, we can cast every decision and every care on the Lord Jesus, who understands.

As you prepare your homes for receiving family, or prepare yourself for travel to family, remember the reason that we get to celebrate. Jesus gives us abundantly life.

As you prepare to maybe spend Christmas alone for any one of various reasons, remember that you are never alone. Jesus said I will never leave you nor forsake you. If you are in that position in life, I encourage you to look at around and maybe find another person alone this holiday and celebrate together. Or find a place that you can serve others on that day and that will lift you up.

Maybe you can invite someone you know will be alone to celebrate with your family.

Maybe you can place a phone call to family who are far from you.

May we be God’s hand extended this season and may we carry that as a lifestyle into the new year. May we never forget the greatest gift of all!

Isaiah 9:6 (KJV)
For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.

Luke 1:30-31 (KJV)
30 And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God.
31 And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS.

JESUS. the REASON for the season!!! Never forget it!!
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Father, thank you for the gift of life given through the entrance of Jesus into this world you created. May we always be mindful of the privilege we have to bring our cares and lay them at your feet because Jesus chose to give Himself for a world with no hope. May we be your hand extended this season and always. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, I come. Amen

Remember the reason!!
Love, MeMaw