Christmas has come and gone. The Christmas programs, the family gatherings, the parties, and celebrations are over. The decorations which were so joyfully and meticulously put up, now need to be taken down and stored away until next year.
But, the after Christmas sales may continue go on until all the items in stock have been sold. Unfortunately, it was clear this year, that our difficult economic times have affected many people this year. I am grateful for God's provision in my life; and I do pray for those who are in need. I will continue to look for ways in which I can be most effective in helping others, with what resources I do have.
I have been thinking of ways in which I can put my theme into action this year--how I can take risks and invest more deeply in the lives of others. I trust God to teach me this year; and to use me to reach out for HIM.
In times like these, when it is easy to become cynical; it is a good reminder to focus on the true meaning of life. I look forward to seeing what God reveals to my class as we study Ecclesiastes and explore King Solomon's search for meaning and hear his conclusion.
I did receive an ecard from one of my "broken friendships". I am in prayer for wisdom and the right words to say in my response. May God be at work to heal our friendship; and to help her through all that she is dealing with in her life.
Well, I look back, and I do think that the most meaningful parts of Christmas this year were having my class as well as my family over to my house. I also enjoyed the Christmas programs; and I'm glad that I took the opportunities to serve, in spite of the background struggles.
I am in anticipation of what God will do in my life this coming year. I see needs around me; I can see how my theme this year can be related; I have some ideas; I will just continue to pray and be open for God to guide me and use me. Amen.
Monday, December 29, 2008
After Christmas
Christmas has come and gone. The Christmas programs, the family gatherings, the parties, and celebrations are over. The decorations which were so joyfully and meticulously put up, now need to be taken down and stored away until next year.
But, the after Christmas sales may continue go on until all the items in stock have been sold. Unfortunately, it was clear this year, that our difficult economic times have affected many people this year. I am grateful for God's provision in my life; and I do pray for those who are in need. I will continue to look for ways in which I can be most effective in helping others, with what resources I do have.
I have been thinking of ways in which I can put my theme into action this year--how I can take risks and invest more deeply in the lives of others. I trust God to teach me this year; and to use me to reach out for HIM.
In times like these, when it is easy to become cynical; it is a good reminder to focus on the true meaning of life. I look forward to seeing what God reveals to my class as we study Ecclesiastes and explore King Solomon's search for meaning and hear his conclusion.
I did receive an ecard from one of my "broken friendships". I am in prayer for wisdom and the right words to say in my response. May God be at work to heal our friendship; and to help her through all that she is dealing with in her life.
Well, I look back, and I do think that the most meaningful parts of Christmas this year were having my class as well as my family over to my house. I also enjoyed the Christmas programs; and I'm glad that I took the opportunities to serve, in spite of the background struggles.
I am in anticipation of what God will do in my life this coming year. I see needs around me; I can see how my theme this year can be related; I have some ideas; I will just continue to pray and be open for God to guide me and use me. Amen.
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