12 Joys of Christmas

Recap of Christmas!  Another Christmas has come to a close! But that doesn't mean it has to end. If you remember what Christmas is all about, you will begin to understand that Christmas has a place in your heart every day of your life. The birth of a Savior! One that will redeem you before the Father in heaven. A Savior who wrote your name in the book of life before He set the foundations of the Earth. But all that rests on whether or not you have truly accepted Christ in your heart as your personal Lord and Savior, and trust wholly in Him! That's what it takes to have your name written in His book of life! Don't waist another day wondering if there are good things waiting for you in the Kingdom of the Lord! The place we all belong.... Is on our knees!. There is no place in heaven saved for those who are full of themselves! Only the humble in heart can truly trust in God. Only the humble can hear the voice of the Savior calling! Only the humble understand that they are lost without the One and Only Savior God! Trust and Rest in Jesus Christ throughout the year.Then you can experience real peace in 2013!

Joy In My Savior!

The 12 Joys of Christmas: Joy In My Savior!

This Joy is the root of all other Joys!

Luke 2:10-11  And the angel said to them, "Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of a 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." esv Luke 2:13-14  And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!" 

Angels sang for the joy of a Savior being born! A star shown the way to where the baby lay. What other event or gift could bring real joy to all people. A joy of Salvation, Forgiveness, Redemption, Grace, Hope, Love, Mercy, Comfort, Peace, Acceptance, Freedom, and Direction. The ultimate of joys... Jesus Christ, my Lord and Savior. May His birthday bring you joy like it does for me. Real joy! Jesus Christ is the reason for this season. Don't forget Him. Keep Him in the center of all you celebrate on His birthday. 

Merry Christmas!

The Joy of Direction

The 12 Joys of Christmas: The Joy of Direction.
Have you ever wondered which way to turn when there was a fork in the road? Have you ever wonder what direction your life was moving? Ever felt like your life has no purpose? Directions seem to be something everyone needs when going somewhere. Its the same for a Christian. What decision do I make, seems to be the question when we wonder what God's will is in our lives. Look no further... The Bible holds the answers! A Christians life no longer needs to be directionless!
Matthew 28:19  Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing then in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: KJV 
Teach everyone. Teach them that Jesus Christ came as a man and died for their sin. That the penalty is paid in full for those who trust in Him. Teach them the the Bible is the ultimate authority in a Christians life, as it was given to us by God. Tell everyone that we have a responsibility to tell others what we know is true in the Bible and our hearts. Look at the life of Jesus when He was here. He lived a perfect life, no sin. He told others about the way, the truth, and the life. He gave selflessly everything He had. He constantly looked to the Father for strength. He gave His life that we might be redeemed! What a life, what an example, what a Savior!
Follow His direction. Practice what the Bible teaches us. Surrender your heart to Him who loves us and gave His life for us that we might live. Then.... Spread the word of what He has done in your life. Let everyone hear. Let everyone decide. Let God be praised in heaven and on earth.