Christmas Eve conjures up many thoughts, emotions, and memories. It means that Christmas is almost here; and I am filled with joyful anticipation. I've been able to finish wrapping all my gifts and sending all my cards; so, I can just enjoy the celebration of Christ's Birth.
Some of my favorite memories of Christmas Eve as a child were when we would go to the First Congregational Church in L.A. for Candlelight Service. I loved the music in that church; and I always remember the recessional, as the choir would carry candles as they walked out; and then lined up on both sides of all walkway, ready to light our candles as we exited the church. It was a beautiful picture of sharing the light of the Savior with one another and with the rest of the world.
My current church does not have a candlelight service; but, we will have a Christmas Eve service. One of the highlights is hearing my pastor sing "O Holy Night." What a great piece; and he has an amazing voice.
Whenever I think of Christmas now, I not only remember the baby in the manger; but, I invariably see the Savior on the cross and the empty tomb, showing HIS power of sin and death. I am grateful that I worship the God who has resurrected from the dead; and has offered me the gift of salvation, justification from my sins, having paid the penalty on the cross. After having studied the Book of Romans this year, I have a better understanding of what that truly means; and I stand amazed at the great love of God! Amen!
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Christmas Eve '08
Christmas Eve conjures up many thoughts, emotions, and memories. It means that Christmas is almost here; and I am filled with joyful anticipation. I've been able to finish wrapping all my gifts and sending all my cards; so, I can just enjoy the celebration of Christ's Birth.
Some of my favorite memories of Christmas Eve as a child were when we would go to the First Congregational Church in L.A. for Candlelight Service. I loved the music in that church; and I always remember the recessional, as the choir would carry candles as they walked out; and then lined up on both sides of all walkway, ready to light our candles as we exited the church. It was a beautiful picture of sharing the light of the Savior with one another and with the rest of the world.
My current church does not have a candlelight service; but, we will have a Christmas Eve service. One of the highlights is hearing my pastor sing "O Holy Night." What a great piece; and he has an amazing voice.
Whenever I think of Christmas now, I not only remember the baby in the manger; but, I invariably see the Savior on the cross and the empty tomb, showing HIS power of sin and death. I am grateful that I worship the God who has resurrected from the dead; and has offered me the gift of salvation, justification from my sins, having paid the penalty on the cross. After having studied the Book of Romans this year, I have a better understanding of what that truly means; and I stand amazed at the great love of God! Amen!
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