DECEMBER

Where did the year go? It seems like only last month I was travelling west wondering if Nebraska would ever end.  Oh yeah, that was February.  It is December already!

At the end of the year it seems there is so much to do.  For some of us December is a time for reflection and planning … “Am I going to try to do resolutions again? (Lose weight,

quit smoking, get organized, or go back to school)”

There are financial matters like organizing tax receipts and don’t forget to sign up for open enrollment for health insurance.  Then there is Christmas shopping, parties, meals,

decorations, cards, and packages to mail. Then there is family get together events, the ones we look forward to (or not). 

The list of things to think about for yearend can seem endless.  Even when we enjoy the festivities and the excitement it can all be overwhelming and draining. 

Here is a prescription for a joyous and peaceful Christmas season

Take three 5 minute breaks each day,

5 minutes to be quiet and still, listen only for the voice of God

5 minutes to be thankful for the gift of Jesus Christ

5 minutes to pray for the people in your life or that you will encounter

    who need to know that “Jesus is the reason for the season”!

Merry Christmas!

Pastor Vinnetta

We are beloved of God and God’s love is real and God’s love is relevant!