Many people say that there lives are too messy for God. Maybe sometimes we even try to hide things from God because we have made a big mess of things. But that first Christmas was not all gifts, carols and family togetherness in a cosy home- it was actually messy. Jesus came to redeem our messiness into a message. Read on to find out more.
Christmas traditions are a part of every family. These things that make Christmas special and unique to each of us. It could be a favourite food, outing, decorating the Christmas tree and much more. But are traditions okay for Christians. This blog will explore that. Read on to find out more.
In the busyness of the season of Christmas, it is nice to sometimes stop and ponder. What was that first Christmas like? What does Christmas really mean? What part of my heart does Christmas really touch? Read on to find out more.
It’s nearly Christmas- a season of Christmas plays, school things, work things, present shopping, food preparation, outfit planning and so much more. By this time, we probably have some sort of plan as to how Christmas Day might look. But what if something unexpected happens? Do we cope? Read on to find out more.
Who or what are you seeking this Christmas? The wise men who were not Israelites saw a strange star and followed it. They then saw Jesus and worshipped Him and gave Him gifts. God is still sending the light today to guide us to Jesus. Will you be wise and seek Him? Read on to find out more.
The story of the shepherds in the Christmas story when Jesus was born appears like a random story. However when we ponder the story and look at the details, we find ourselves asking questions- why shepherds, how did they know which manger, is there a lesson for us. The shepherds were told to go see. What is it we need to see? Read on to find out more.
Joseph- we don’t really read much of him in the Bible and after Jesus turns 12 there is no more mention of him. But the little bit of his story we read is centred on a trust in God, honourable to those around him and a willingness to do hard things. The story in the blog is fiction but I hope it gives you a small glimpse into what he may have experienced. Read on to find out more.
This Christmas I went to look at the people in that first Christmas story. What can they teach us about trust in God? The first story is a story of promise. The couple had waited a long time for a child and when God told them it would happen, did they believe? Read on to find out more at www.livingthelifegodintended.com
Merry Christmas. The last characters in our Christmas story are the wise men. They came to Jesus bearing gifts. They were seeking Jesus. All that is great but what else does their story teach us. I believe it is to follow after Jesus despite obstacles that may come our way. Wise men follow the star until they find Jesus. Are you that wise man? Read on to find out more.
The shepherds are the next characters in the Christmas story. These men were doing an ordinary job one night when the extraordinary happened. Why did God reveal His Sons birth to these shepherds? Were they the only ones who had time to listen or was there something of significance happening here? Read on to find out more.
I love this time of year when the giving spirit seems more alive than any other time of the year. This Christmas I want to look at the stories of people in the Christmas story. The first one is Mary who was chosen by God to carry His Son. What lessons can we learn from a young girl whose life radiated obedience. Did she have a secret or can it belong to all of us? Read on to find out more.
Merry Christmas. I just wanted to remind you in the busyness of this season that Jesus was born so He could be Emmanuel - God with us. He is not far away but near. Bless you all
