December, 2024
For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.
We’ve reached that inevitable end of the year celebration. With twinkling lights, inflatable snowmen, carols and choirs, parties and family gatherings; it is the busiest time of year for Christians with everything involved in the month of December. The celebration of the Birth of Jesus has become the most celebrated Christian occasion that even non-Christians celebrate in some form or fashion.
What we do need to remember during all the hustle and bustle is the reason for the season: Jesus Christ was sent into the world to save us from sin and death and to show us the way to the Kingdom of God. It is a curious discussion to ponder what we might be doing in December if Jesus had never been sent to show us the light of the world…
The people that walked in darkness have seen a great light: they that dwell in the land of the shadow of death, upon them hath the light shined.
This Christmas season let us celebrate the shining light that has come into our world so many years ago, and still brightly shines for us today to show us the way to hope, peace, love and joy. May your Christmas season be filled with The Lord’s heavenly light and may it shine warmly upon you all this day and into the new year!
God’s Blessings and Merry Christmas!
Pastor Jason, Michelle, Ryan, Joey and Molly (woof!)
pastorjstitt@att.net