This Christmas was a rough one, but there were some shining moments that really stood out & reminded me of God's presence, His work in our lives, & the hope we have in Christ.
As I listened to Dori sing O Holy Night on Christmas Eve, the words of the first verse hit me anew:
Long lay the world in sin and error pining.
Till He appeared and the Spirit felt its worth.
A thrill of hope the weary world rejoices,
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn.
A thrill of hope.
The weary world rejoices.
For yonder breaks a new & glorious morn.
I am in need of hope. I am in need of rest. I am I need of joy. I am in need of new beginnings. I am in need of Christ.
I praise God for his promises of all of these things and more. He provides more than I could ever ask for or imagine, & He carries me through the valleys of life when I've no strength left.
Thank you, Lord, for your mercies being new every morning & for the hope of a new day everyday. May I live a life of expectancy as I wait for you.
Thursday, December 27, 2012
Monday, December 3, 2012
Gingerbread House
Just for fun! :) I like how he starts off as Mr. Serious, then the sugar kicks in...
Sunday, December 2, 2012
Advent
I love this time of year because it reminds me to live a life of expectancy- to live with my eyes & heart open to the work of God all around me. Now for some pics of Jack during our service this morning celebrating the first week of Advent.
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