Divine December

December brings a chilly, gray looking sky. Colors muted, and clod weather seems here to stay. Winter solstice arrives toward the end of the month, with the official first day of winter. Even now, days are beginning to lengthen and we can gradually look forward to more daylight.

Though it is one of the most coldest months on our calendar, it is one of the warmest months in our hearts. It is the month when we celebrate the birth of Jesus. He came into the world poor, wrapped in swaddling clothes, His bed a manger. His parents were far from the comfort of their home the night of His birth, having journeyed to Bethlehem to be counted in a census. Turned away from the Inn, sent to a stable. There, among common animals, Jesus was born.

The world was changed for all time!

This is a story told many times, but never to grow old. It rings down through centuries, always new and inspiring. For Jesus came to bring peace and love into a weary world. His words and deeds are fresh in our hearts to this very day. The joy of His birth is echoed in the love we share with others!

Sometimes the message of his birth gets lost in commercial trappings of the holiday. It becomes a time of gift, card and parties. But we should always remember the real reason for Christmas.

Take time during the holiday festivities to stop and think of Jesus. When His spirit of Peace becomes a part of our lives, each day will be Christmas, and each night will hold promise of joy in the morning. So find a quiet corner and say a little prayer, a prayer of love and brotherhood for all men!

Usher the old year out by letting your faith shine like a beacon to herald the New year.

Decide right now things are going to be better for you and your dear ones and that, with God’s help, you will work hard to make it your best year ever.

December 7th~Pearl Harbor Day, the anniversary of the Japanese attack of Pearl Harbor in 1941, putting the United States into World War 11.

December 25th~Christmas, the birthday of Jesus, and a time for good will toward all men!

December 31st~New Year's Eve...a time to say goodbye to the old year, and welcome the New Year with anticipation!

In December I will share the Lord's peace and love with all I meet.