Friday, December 21, 2012

Devotional 12-21-12


Micah 5: 4-5:  And he shall stand and shepherd his flock in the strength of the Lord, in the majesty of the name of the Lord his God. And they shall dwell secure, for now he shall be great to the ends of the earth.  And he shall be their peace.

Christmas is nearly here!  Where has the time gone this year?  As I read the passage above from Micah, I am reminded again of the reasons this season is so very special.  There are so many distractions from the true meaning of Christmas many times we can feel lost.

Jesus was sent to earth be our shepherd.  To guide our lives through love and strength, so that we would know the true meaning of peace.  What an amazing gift!  How many times have you felt lost, or not sure which direction to take? Jesus was born to help us make these decisions, and as we go through this season, he is there providing support and love so that we will know peace in our lives.

As we all prepare for the events of Christmas day, take a moment to reflect on the events of the season, and rejoice in the peace that is Jesus.  Others will know of Jesus’ birth by the love we share with each other.  The advent season is filled with Hope, Love, and Peace.  As we celebrate the birth of Christ, these gifts of Christmas need to be shared with everyone we meet. 

Merry Christmas, and may you be blessed with the love and peace of Christ now and forever.  Amen
 
Hulse Budd

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