On these shorter, darker, and colder days; it is a good time to ruminate. Stay in, meditate, contemplate, and in general, let go of the “busyness” of our lives.
Yet, it seems December is filled with parties, shopping, concerts, and travel. All of us, have our challenges this time of year, from “seasonal affective disorder” to “holiday blues,” to simply being tired of the pace of our lives.
So this year, I invite all of us, in the midst of our activities, to take time to see this as a holy season. A time to appreciate what Nature gives us and a time to celebrate the coming of a genuine light bearer. That is what Jesus was—a light bearer—and his ministry brought hope to a conquered and hopeless people. It can also bring hope and light to our lives.
Paul wrote in Second Peter 1:19, “And we have the word of the prophets made more certain, and you will do well to pay attention to it, as to a light shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts.”
We can find a way, in the midst of all that is going on, to see this time as a holy time, a time of gratitude, and a time to deepen our relationship with God. From the lyrics of Michael Smith’s “More Love, More Power:”
More Love, More Power,
More of you in my life.
More Love, More Power,
More of you in my life.
I will worship You
with all of my heart.
I will worship You
with all of my mind.
I will worship You
with all of my strength.
For you are my God.
Have a wonderful holiday season. I hope to see you in church, and if you travel, be safe.
Pastor Lillie