There was little sleep last night but there sure was a whole lot of praying. I am anxious to see how God is going to pour down His supernatural empowerment on me today with the things in this day. Caroling with the children and teens was fun. It was the first time many had ever been caroling. Chris and Carrie handing out hot chocolate in the middle was 'icing on the cake' for the event. Having Grammy with tears in her eyes with the singing and joining in was such a blessing. Hearing Mr. Bob holler back 'Merry Christmas' when we told him was cool. Peoples lives were touched through the evening. It was amazing to have twenty-four children/teens with four adults participate. During the night I reflected back on the evening and prayed for each family represented to come into a personal relationship with the Lord. I prayed for Kyleigh's family as they prepare for their move and for their Daddy's upcoming year long deployment. When I see tears come into her little eyes about the changes, my heart breaks. Doc keeps reminding me it is part of being in the service. I can't imagine what this husband/daddy is going through. I will miss them so much yet I know it will be best for momma and the kids to be closer to family for that year, especially with number five due in March. As I think about our Tuesday night group, I pray for all who have moved away. I pray they have someone in their life to share Jesus with them. Some had tough home lives and we were their safe haven. Oh how I pray they have found another safe haven where they moved to. I also pray for all 'my kids' to know the true reason for the Christmas season is Jesus. It is not about the presents, the food, etc. but it is about Jesus. We would not be celebrating Christmas if He would not have been born. The commercialism has overtaken the true meaning of Christmas. It breaks my heart to see everything but nativities in the stores. How will our children and grandchildren ever know the True Reason for this season? It will only be when we, as believers, keep our focus on Him. We cannot expect them to learn it from others but we need to step up and take the responsibility. Oh how I pray my words, actions, and attitude show the True Reason throughout this season. May I remember Luke 2:11, "For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord." This is why we celebrate not just during this season but every day.
Dear Jesus,
Thank You for the blessings of rest yesterday and then the time with the children and teens last night. Thank You for Ms. Paula having no broken bones from her fall. Thank You for my Momma getting new tires on her car. Thank You for a safe trip for my brother with the many miles he traveled. Father, I pray for the two men with kidneys removed to be touched by You in a mighty way. I pray for Billie as she goes through this week with treatments to feel Your presence. I pray a cleansing in my spirit so You can fill me to overflowing with more of You. Lord, I need Your empowerment throughout this day in a mighty way in my physical body. May You be greater, Lord. May You be greater. Thank You Father for being My True Reason. Amen.
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