Like many people, Christmas has always been the most thrilling time of the year for me. It's not because of any one thing, but simply the culmination of lights, food, the music, the tree, food, the gifts, the gathering of family (for food), with the emphasis on the birth of Jesus being the central focus. However, this time of year is a struggle for many others. Because of the joy and celebration of the season, many are cast into deep depression at the realization that they are having family difficulties, or financial struggles, or perhaps health issues. Still others are mourning the loss of a loved one during the holidays. As I am writing this blog, I just received today's hospital list for our church. 2 families sit today in a hospital with babies and very little hope. One is 4 mo. old and is not gaining weight. No answers have been given to this family as to why their baby is getting weaker and weaker due to lack of nutrition. Another infant was born with a hole in his stomach, his intestines hanging out, and a bleed on his brain. Where is the hope in that? Many people ask during times like this "where is God in that situation?" Please let me encourage you that God is in the same place that He was when His own Son was dying on the cross for me, and for you. He is still on His throne and nothing in your life or anyone else's will ever shock or surprise Him. His word tells us that He has a plan to prosper and not to harm us. Trust in Him, and encourage others to do so. He is our hope, He is our strength, and salvation is found in no other but Jesus Christ.
Let's make an effort this Christmas to share the hope that came to us through the birth of a Savior. Share the gift of Jesus with someone, and make this Christmas live forever in the heart of a new believer.
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