​Pastor' Thoughts - December

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“Today in the town of David a Savior has been born
to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a
sign to you; You will find a baby wrapped in cloths
and lying in a manger.” Luke 2:11-12

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Christmas came quick this year! We have a shorter time to shop
because Thanksgiving came late, according to the news.
The first Christmas was nothing like today. It was not called
Christmas. It was about a baby being born. An angel gave the
announcement to the most unlikely people, the shepherds. They were
the lowest class of people. This tells me Jesus was born for all,
including the poor, the lowest in society, even those scorned by society.
Today, Christmas is about parties, gift giving, decorating the house
and the tree, and so many things that do not coincide with the first
Christmas.

Jesus was born to a young teenager and a carpenter. He spent thirty
years with his parents before he began the work God had sent his son
to do. Christmas brings happiness to children and that is good.
However, there are many people who are lonely, grieving, homeless,
and hurting about a myriad of problems. You can help. Be the blessing
God has called you to be this Christmas. Introduce someone to the
babe who brings us salvation. Share your bounty with those who are
less fortunate. It will bless you more than you can imagine.
I wish you all a Christmas full of God’s love.

Blessings,

Pastor Stephanie and Jack