The Cold Weather has Arrived!

Ah, winter.......isn't it wonderful? We had quite a frigid night last night. The temperature was in the teens (17, I believe was the last temp. I heard). Quite chilly to say the least! But during this Christmas season, let's replace the frigidity outside with warmth and love in our hearts for Christ and His blessings. Let's also replace the cold with that same warmth and love for our fellow man. That means showing kindness both to those that travel in the same "circle" as we do and to those that are not as fortunate as we are. I don't think any of us can say that God has not been good to us during the course of this year or any year. Things may not go as we want them to all the time, but all things work for good in them that love the Lord!

I encourage everyone to take the time to drop a few dollars into the red bucket of the Salvation Army. Give to the local shelters, etc. to help those in need. Give back a little of what we have been so graciously blessed with. I received an email this morning that spoke of remembering our troops during this holiday season. We should send up prayers for them not only during this Christmas season, but every day.

This post today is to also say "Thank you" to our men and women who serve in our Armed Forces. It is to thank those who deliver our mail, newspapers, packages and such. It is to thank those who collect the trash on a weekly basis. For those brave men and women who make sure our electricity works properly, the water is safe for us to drink, bathe and cook with. For those that serve and protect on the police forces, fire departments, paramedics, and first responders. Teachers who strive to make sure our children are equipped with the knowledge necessary to grow into thriving and prosperous adults. The doctors and nurses who work long hours with little sleep. The list could go on and on as we all know. I just want to say how much each of you are appreciated and how thankful we are for you!

Remember to keep them all in your prayers during this Christmas season as well as the rest of the year. We never know what someone else may be going through and it's important to treat others as you would want to be treated. So, before you say or do something you may regret later, pray about it and allow God to guide you in the best way to handle something. This is how we can carry the warmth, love and hope of Christmas with us each and every day! By allowing His light to shine through each of us!

I hope and pray that this Christmas season will be a blessed one for you and your families. Take time to say "I love you" and do something nice for someone. Do it and don't expect anything in return. Much love to each of you!


Love in Christ,

Tina :-)

P.S. Don't forget about the Children's Christmas program tomorrow evening at 6pm. Refreshments in the fellowship hall after the program! Hope to see you there!