I offer this post today to those of you who have lost loved ones or those facing difficulties at this “most wonderful time of the year.” My mother died in December several years ago, so the holidays are always bittersweet. Yet through the passage of time, God has restored my joy and my peace. Christmas is still a beautiful season to celebrate the birth of our Savior. I marvel whenever I hear an old Christmas carol playing in the middle of a mall. There is no other time of the year you will hear a Hallelujah chorus praising God in the midst of your shopping. Truly it is a season of light, hope, joy and peace.
- Dwell on the good memories, not the hard times.
- Keep your focus on Jesus, the only One who can comfort your heart.
- Embrace the season.
- And most important – cherish your friends and family that are still with you.
I pray God’s perfect peace will surround you, and that you feel the brush of angel’s wings as you slip softly through this lovely time of year.
If you would like to add a suggestion or leave a comment, I will be giving away one copy of “Christmas Gifts,” by Gail Gaymer Martin and Brenda Minton. Winner will be announced next week only on the blog so do check back to see if you have won!
I was slipping further into the deep, dark, scary pit of grief after my Mom’s death until someone said, “The depth of your grief does not determine the depth of your love.” Dwell on that a moment. That truth saved me from digging an even deeper pit, and actually pulled me out! Literally. The sunlight of eternal love will do that. It still amazes me.
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Comment by Melody — December 16, 2013
Melody,
Thank you for sharing such a beautiful thought, how true it is.
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Comment by admin — December 16, 2013
Lovely post. Blessings to you and your family at this time of the year.
Thank you for the giveaway. I would love to be entered for a copy! Thank you!
Emily
Emily_reynolds (at) Hotmail (dot)com
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Comment by Emily Reynolds — December 16, 2013
Thanks for stopping by, Emily! A blessed Christmas to you and yours…
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Comment by admin — December 16, 2013
Wise words, Cynthia.
Holiday blessings to you. May His peace be with you always.
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Comment by Elaine Stock — December 16, 2013
Elaine,
Good to hear from you. I know the holidays can be such a mix of emotions. Trying to focus on what is truly important and forget the rest. God bless your Christmas and New Year!
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Comment by admin — December 16, 2013
Beautiful post. Thank you for sharing and thank you for the giveaway.
melback at cebridge dot net
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Comment by Melanie Backus — December 20, 2013
Hi Melanie,
Thanks for stopping by, come back and visit again : ) A Merry Christmas to you and yours….
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Comment by admin — December 20, 2013