Christ child born on Christmas day
C is for the Christ child born on Christmas day.
H for herald angels in the night.
R means our Redeemer.
I is for Israel.
S is for the star that shone so bright.
T is for the wise men they who travelled far.
M is for the manger where he laid.
A is for all He stands for.
S means shepherds came.
the effective fervent prayer
Santa Claus or St. Nicholas was a transported legend from Dutch settlers to New York City in the 1600s. Saint Nicholas was a 4th century Greek Christian bishop who helped the poor and gave gifts to the needy.
Today, for some, Christmas is considered a material or commercial pass time, while for others, Christmas is a time of joy and giving. Spending time with loved ones far (virtually) or near (virtually) is a blessing.
Those who remember the less fortunate, the sick, and the shut-ins on this day of feasting, have a special blessing reserved for them.
Christmas is not a day of selfish endeavors, nor is it a time for only the young but for folk of all ages to enjoy both giving and receiving.
Yet, loneliness bites hardest on this day and New years day. So, for those who experience aloneness, loss, tragedy, poverty, or are bombarded by sad and dark memories, our thoughts and prayers must go out to them without prejudice.
“The effective fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.” James 5:16
Blessed is he that considers the poor; the Lord will deliver him in time of trouble.
The Lord will preserve him, and keep him alive, and he shall be blessed upon the earth, and thou wilt not deliver him unto the will of his enemies.
The Lord will strengthen him upon the bed of languishing; thou wilt make all his bed in his sickness. Psalm 41:1- 3
Unto us, a child is born.
Unto us, a child is born. (Isaiah 9 verse 6)
In Bethlehem of Judea, a boy child was born to a virgin, and they called his name Jesus.
As the shepherds rejoiced and the wise men gave homage to the child, we too celebrate our Saviour, the Lord.
Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, and goodwill towards men. (Luke 2 verses 13 and 14)
He is God and Father
When God takes control, there is nothing we lack.
There is freedom.
There is joy.
He comforts us and protects us.
When He stretches out His hand, who can turn it back?
He is perfect in knowledge and infinite in understanding.
Surely, He is God and Father.
Though I walk in the midst of trouble, thou wilt revive me: thou shalt stretch forth thine hand against the wrath of mine enemies, and thy right hand shall save me. Psalm 138: 7
I know the thoughts that I think toward you
The old year exits while a new one enters.
The future holds promise, disappointment, sorrow, or joy.
Uncertainty looms large.
We bow blinded by the experiences of the past.
Toil to seek the best possible outcome as we stumble aimlessly in the dark.
Yet, there is hope.
Hope which rises, not compressed, not stamped out.
It stands eternal in our hearts.
Anticipation brightens the eyes and lightens the path.
When there is hope, there is life.
When there is life, there is God, the Master, the Creator, our heavenly Father.
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. (KJV) or to give you a future and a hope. (ESV) Jeremiah 29:11
He invites you to call out to Him in the day of trouble.
Oh, why do you fear?
Why is your heart so cast down?
Did He not say ask anything?
He invites you to call out to Him in the day of trouble.
He wants you to turn to Him with all your heart and humble yourself, so shall you find rest in the time of need.
God said it.
We ought to believe it and take Him at His word.
He hears all your prayers and answers them all on time.
Ask and see if He will not open the heavens and pour out a blessing just for you.
(reference: Psalm 43:5, Jeremiah 33:3, James 4:10, Proverbs 3: 5-6)
Ask anything in the Lord’s name
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