Merry Christmas, Y'all!

 

Oh give thanks to the LORD; call upon his name; make known his deeds among the peoples! Sing to him, sing praises to him; tell of all his wondrous works! Glory in his holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the LORD rejoice! Seek the LORD and his strength; seek his presence continually! (Psalm 105:1–4 ESV).

 

Merry Christmas, Y’all! I hope your weather is as nice as it is here today. We’re forecast to have highs around 80 degrees in our area, no precipitation, and a sunny day. Perhaps we’ll even get to go outside and grill our Christmas Dinner!

 

I hope you’ve already had the opportunity to read the Christmas story and reflect on Jesus’ birth with your family. If not, spend a moment and read Luke’s account: “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.” (Luke 2:10–11 ESV).  

 

Isn’t it a marvelous thought that God included us in the story. This good news message of Jesus Christ, heralded by angels and declared to shepherds, was also delivered to us. This declaration is an invitation that rings out and includes us. Today, we need not fear for God has given you good news of great joy! We all share in this. The good news of Jesus means peace, wholeness, security, and friendship. The invitation means freedom, hope, and love. Jesus offers a life full of meaning.

 

Whatever you are facing in your life today, turn your attention to this great miracle of grace. Allow the full effect of it to permeate all of your thoughts. My prayer for you is that you would be able to know the peace of Christ in all of your life! Merry Christmas from Texas!