Like most of you, I cannot believe it is November, much less Thanksgiving and 4 weeks until Christmas. If any of you find the year 07 please return it to me as I somehow lost it. With that being said, I refuse to be taken by surprise, caught off guard and go through what is supposed to be a wonderful time of the year feeling rushed, overwhelmed & stressed. I've come to realize that life is to short & precious so I will take time to partake in the joy of this season. I will relish in building memories with my family, enjoying the God given relationships in my life, eating great food & getting special things for those dear to me. And even though temptation try me, I will not print MY wish list on this page. You can just see me in person for that (-:
I have so many great memories of the holidays with my family coming up, it was always a truly special time. And now that my parents have both received their reward I understand it is now my time to make & build special memories with those God has entrusted to me. Despite all the responsibilities & expectations that come with this time of the year, from getting the lights out, to setting up the tree, purchasing that right gift for those I love & meeting all the extra demands that are put upon me. I will enjoy myself by committing to be the best Father, husband, Pastor, friend & christian I can be. I encourage you to do the same.
Even though we don't know how it got here, let's commit to not being part of the blurred rat race & try to really enjoy this special time of year. Stop, be still, breathe, enjoy, take it in, start a tradition, relish, be grateful. And come out of this year ready to embrace a new year having celebrated to the fullest this special time of the year remembering the Gift & the Giver!
I wish you Jesus, to know Him in the power of His death and resurrection. May all your dreams & desires be granted as we start with a fresh perspective and attitude towards this time of the year. I think that would be what God has for us as so many around the world still don't know the true joy & meaning of this season. Not to sound like a Hallmark card but be thankful & enjoy your holidays. This could be the last with someone you hold dear. So celebrate & go Big!!!!!
I have so many great memories of the holidays with my family coming up, it was always a truly special time. And now that my parents have both received their reward I understand it is now my time to make & build special memories with those God has entrusted to me. Despite all the responsibilities & expectations that come with this time of the year, from getting the lights out, to setting up the tree, purchasing that right gift for those I love & meeting all the extra demands that are put upon me. I will enjoy myself by committing to be the best Father, husband, Pastor, friend & christian I can be. I encourage you to do the same.
Even though we don't know how it got here, let's commit to not being part of the blurred rat race & try to really enjoy this special time of year. Stop, be still, breathe, enjoy, take it in, start a tradition, relish, be grateful. And come out of this year ready to embrace a new year having celebrated to the fullest this special time of the year remembering the Gift & the Giver!
I wish you Jesus, to know Him in the power of His death and resurrection. May all your dreams & desires be granted as we start with a fresh perspective and attitude towards this time of the year. I think that would be what God has for us as so many around the world still don't know the true joy & meaning of this season. Not to sound like a Hallmark card but be thankful & enjoy your holidays. This could be the last with someone you hold dear. So celebrate & go Big!!!!!
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Great. True Words! We all need to listen.
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