Luke 2:8-12; 13-14 "And there were shepherds living out in the fields near by, keeping watch over their flocks by night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Saviour has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger."
Our Christmas celebration began at our church, the church where we were married and have celebrated our lives together for 13 years. I always feel the presence of the Holy Spirit when I am at our church, not just it's building, but it's people who love us with a great passion. We are blessed to be in such a wonderful place and blessed to be loved by such a wonderful God who sent His only Son to bring us Peace and Light. And this is why we celebrate this wonderful day we call Christmas. I would be remiss if I didn't mention the tragic loss a faithful friend has faced during this season of Christmas. Edie of Life in Grace http://www.lifeingraceblog.com/ lost her home three days before Christmas in a house fire. Her family escaped unhurt and that is a blessing. She is an amazing person who trusts in God. She has truly inspired me and I ask for your prayers during this time for her and her family.
We are blessed and we celebrate the Birth of Christ on this day.
May He bring you and your family peace and happiness and love.
After Christmas Eve services we had a wonderful dinner at our friends the Pearson's house. It is our tradition that was started 8 years ago when Howie and I moved back to Knoxville. We are blessed to have such wonderful friends who feel like family.
These smiling faces are yet another reason we celebrate. Just look at these sweet blessings!
This last pic was the brain child of Davis. Pretty cute idea, I think. We hope that you all have had a blessed Christmas Day! I will be back soon with pictures of our day today. Until then, Merry Christmas and much love!
2 comments:
i'm imagining this chain of prayer and love winding through blogland, circling around and around edie and her family. thank-you for growing that chain!
merry christmas to you and your family~
Thank you Patty, I am imagining the same thing for Edie. Christmas blessings to you and your family.
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