God has treasures in store for His children. Not earthly treasures that don't last, but the real treasure that comes from knowing God. The treasures of peace, joy and nearness to Him. The treasure of being satisfied and content. The treasure of God revealing truths from His Word. The treasure of growing in a personal relationship with the Creator and feeling His love.
But those treasures are often found in the hard times and in the secret place of our quiet time alone with God.
Much has changed since the God of the universe decorated the night sky with the star of Bethlehem and directed the choir of angels in a chorus announcing the birth of Our Savior, Jesus Christ. But the commercialism doesn’t have to rule in our hearts and homes. This year let’s focus on the Christ Child and remember the true meaning of the holiday season. As we turn our eyes to the Babe in the manger, we will not view Christmas as a dreaded obligation or a major retail event. It will be a time of joyous celebration, honoring the One Who came to give us eternal life and worshipping our Heavenly Father.
Revive Our Hearts
As you adorn your home with lights and string them around your Christmas tree, may they serve as a reminder that Christ, the Light of the World, has come.
Nicole O'Meara
Here are my favorite books read in 2024 (not necessarily published in 2024) in five categories: Nonfiction, Fiction, Biography, Christian Living, and Cozy Mysteries.
We’ve survived another Christmas shopping season with its deluge of Christmas ads. I’m used to ads appearing in my email inbox and Facebook feed, but since early November, I’ve ex…