It’s easy to get so caught up in getting just the right presents for the people on our list that we forget to give them the most valuable gift—our presence. Don’t get wrapped up in what’s wrapped up under the tree. Focus on the people around the tree, and the Savior who came to be … Continue reading One Important Reminder When You’re Gathered Around The Christmas Tree
What to Remember When Preparing Food for Christmas
The food you serve doesn’t have to be gourmet to be good. Paper plates, takeout, and simple snacks your kids will actually eat won’t make Christmas any less special. Don’t make yourself so tired preparing food in the kitchen that you can’t enjoy fellowship around the table.
When God Doesn’t Answer Our Prayers The Way We Hoped
There’s a scene in “The Santa Clause” where Charlie’s mom and stepdad talk about the year they stopped believing in Santa—when they didn’t get the gift they wanted. Sometimes we can relate to God the same way. When He doesn’t answer our prayers the way we hoped, we’re tempted to pull away from Him. But … Continue reading When God Doesn’t Answer Our Prayers The Way We Hoped
How Christmas Changes Everything
The miracle of Christmas isn’t just how Jesus was born—it’s why He came. Knowing everything about us, He still chose to leave heaven and become Immanuel—God with us. That may be the most profound miracle of all.
One Overlooked Practice to Find Healing When You’re Hurting
It’s a line I’ve heard dozens of times in Home Alone 2, but for some reason it landed differently this year. In one scene, Kevin says, “Your heart might still be broken, but it isn’t gone. If it was gone, you wouldn’t be so nice.” There’s something about helping someone else that brings healing to … Continue reading One Overlooked Practice to Find Healing When You’re Hurting
One Practice to Make The Week of Christmas More Meaningful
“But Mary treasured up all these things, pondering them in her heart.” - Luke 2:19 (ESV) In the midst of the chaos of that first Christmas, Mary chose to pause and ponder the wonder of what God had invited her into. Don’t let the busyness of this week cause you to miss the hope God … Continue reading One Practice to Make The Week of Christmas More Meaningful
Jeff McClung 