We’re almost to the year 2016- WOOHOO! We made it, in one piece, probably a good bit relieved that we have another year under our belt. Regardless of your opinion on the whole celebration, the idea behind the hoopla is one that I fully support: taking the opportunity to be thankful for the year behind (even if it was a rough one), to plan and set goals for the year ahead, and to reevaluate oneself in order to become a better person. I see the New Year as a great time to wipe the slate clean, …
One Silent Night
All of Heaven was silent for once; the winds of His praises had stilled. The flurry of wings that had always been heard sat anxious to see this fulfilled. This whisper of promise we heard of when man turned his back on The Way… resolve left its echo through creations’ cry and has been resounding each day. The host sat impatiently waiting; I knelt near the post been assigned, for these people the Father had chosen- an unusual choice for divine. For centuries, I …
Are You A Fan?
I stopped by a local drugstore once, just to kill some time before an appointment, and I met a very interesting character. There was a very kind and friendly woman who I started talking with that was, by her own admission, one of Star Wars' biggest fans. She was wearing a black Star Wars t-shirt, matching watch, and was telling me about her vintage lunchbox with Darth Vader and the Death Star on the front. We only talked for a moment but it amazed me how excited she was and how bright the light …
Happiness Or Joy?
This time of year it is everywhere, from songs on the radio to signs on our front lawns. Joy. Glittering lights, Christmas trees, cookies, caroling, time spent with family - and if your lucky a sleigh ride-. From outside it looks perfect, doesn't it? But once you open the door and step across the threshold a new picture meets you- a race for perfection, stress over the right gift, if only that family member will put in an appearance, traffic, grumps, and for some the question of "Will I be …
Are You Here?
In this season of busyness, tradition, fun, exhaustion, Jimmy Stewart-induced nostalgia, and TONS of glitter, there is still a tendency for some to be a little joy-LESS. While there are a select few who may in fact naturally fall under the Grinch or Scrooge category… I’m mainly addressing those who may feel that JOY is only a word plastered on sparkly baubles and trinkets- not necessarily a condition of their hearts. While happiness is circumstantial, joy truly is a heart condition. It’s …
Joy in Hardships
As December gets a running start, it seems like everyone and their neighbor is getting ready for Christmas. It’s a time of joy, love, tradition, and giving, along with the gluttonous eating that we’re all so excited to partake in. However, not everyone is having a holly jolly Christmas this year. Not to be a little black rain cloud on this parade (as I truly do LOVE Christmas), but I do want us to remember that there are some that are hurting. Several people that I know of personally are going …