And the shepherds’ desire to see this sign was no Sunday stroll in the park. They wasted no time to see this Jesus. I can just imagine them running as fast as they could, sweating, hearts racing, maybe even stumbling through the fields because it was night. I can imagine their hearts pumping through their chests…
Christmas
Lessons on Receiving
Every Christmas growing up, my parents gave the best gifts. They were thoughtful, fun, and just what my sister and I asked for. Giving gifts was one of their top love languages and still is today. So naturally, giving gifts became one of my love languages. But considering our present circumstances …
5 Ways to Fight Consumerism this Christmas
Consumerism is the equation of personal happiness with consumption and the purchase of material possessions (Wikipedia). Consumerism reigns like a proud King in America. He’s captured hearts. Chained families to debt. Caused divorce. And has crept into churches. But that’s not all. Consumerism is mainly an issue of the heart— …
From Cradle to Cross
Santa Claus. Reindeer. Christmas trees with lights. New-fallen snow. Crackling fires. Presents. Malls. Traffic. Children’s smiles. Parties. Boxes of chocolate. Fruit baskets. Advent calendars. Comforting lattes and cocoas. Friends. Family. Memories. Letters. Christmas has a way of warming my heart every year. Truly, there is no season quite like …