For to us a Child is born, to us a Son is given, and the government will be on His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 Unwrap the gift of Jesus, Isaiah prophesied about. Find out who He really is See what His Word draws out. Wonderful Counselor, A Leader to us all, Guiding our paths before us Lest we trip and fall. Mighty God, our Rescuer, A bona fide hero who Provides safe haven in our trials, And comforts when we’re weary, too. Everlasting Father, We know we’re never alone. Though others may forsake us, He’s our Cornerstone.…

When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. Matthew 2:10 When the wise men saw the star, They were overcome with joy! They traveled many miles To see the baby boy. When they came upon the house Where the holy family dwelt, They presented the babe with gifts, While with humble hearts they knelt. Today we need to be that star Shining all year long, Guiding others to the Lord; Let His light in you shine on! Overjoyed! That’s pretty much how I feel throughout the Christmas season. There’s so much cause for joy during this time. It starts with pulling out the decorations, and the joy each item brings…

Thanks be to God for His indescribable Gift! 2 Corinthians 9:15 Let's enjoy each twinkling light, Reminding us of the star that shone On that first Christmas night. Embrace the season! As you decorate your Christmas tree, Remember the one used To hold the Virgin Mary's baby. Embrace the season! While wrapping up each present, Reflect on the meaning of The gifts that the Magi sent. Embrace the season! As you sing carols of Christ's birth, Revel in how the angels sang Of our Savior's worth! Embrace the season! Although Christmas time is busy, Rejoice in its true reason, As you take the time to Embrace the season! Ah, Christmas!…

This is how God showed His love among us: He sent His one and only Son into the world that we might live through Him. 1 John 4:9 Love came down at Christmas time From Heaven above; God came to Earth as flesh and blood To show us what is love. Love has many meanings, Each has a place in our heart; To spread God's Word through our actions, Each meaning we impart. Philautia is a love of self, Accepting who we are. You were uniquely created by God, So shine on like a star. Philia is a love between friends, A loyalty we feel towards them. Jesus is a…

May your father and mother rejoice; may she who gave you birth be joyful! Proverbs 23:25 Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart, and the pleasantness of a friend springs from their heartfelt advice. Proverbs 27:9 The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and He helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise Him. Psalm 28:7 There are many types of joy: The giggles from our girl or boy, The time well spent with a good friend, The joy of the Lord no one else can send. Our children give us joyful times From watching them play to…

Prepare Him Room Let the peace of God, to which also you are called in one body, rule in your hearts. And be thankful. Colossians 3:15 God wanted a connection, So the Word became Flesh; God came down to us so that Not one of us should perish. Emmanuel—God With Us, Came with no place to stay; Born humbly in a stable In a manger full of hay. A Savior no one had room for, Born in a troubled time; He came to give us peace- Hear the joyful bells chime! “Let every heart prepare Him room”, Did you hear the clue? Not just during Christmas time, But all the…

Hope Is An Anchor When God made his promise, He gave his word. He did this so we would have good reason not to give up. Instead, we have run to take hold of the hope set before us. This hope is set before us in God’s promise. So God made His promise and gave His word. These two things can’t change. He couldn’t lie about them. Our hope is certain. It is something for the soul to hold on to. It is strong and secure. It goes all the way into the Most Holy Room behind the curtain. Hebrews 6:18,19 Hope is an anchor on which to depend, Firm…