Shallow Faithfulness

I love how you love your faith, this was told to me awhile ago. You have a deep faith, that was told to me too. Now I have to question my faithfulness. Is it as real as they say it is? I love Jesus and I try to follow God but does my faith really show that? I'm just trying to be honest here. There is always room for me to grow. I heard a sound the other day, a sound that broke my heart. The pieces were shattered all over the floor. I ran to my bike and took off like the wind, saying Jesus' name over and over again. I couldn't stay in one place. I couldn't do anything and I felt helpless. Boy, did I feel weak, I could only cry out Jesus, please help, please help, send down your Holy Spirit, let it shower, let it pour! Where was I going? I needed to get the energy that was pinned up inside me out. Then, later I felt guilt. Where was my faith? Did I leave it behind? I felt the unneeded punishment. It got heavier and heavier. I prayed for what made that sound. I fell on my knees in prayer. Only now I needed someone to pray for me. I have fallen once again.  I could feel the shallow faithfulness again. In my head, I heard these words over and over. You're a shit and you suck. I tried to tell myself that it wasn't true, but I couldn't make myself believe it. I got very sad and frighten. I called for help. I saw someone later on that day. I told them I felt like a failure because I'd fallen once more. They asked me that if they had messed up would I say that to them? I said no, I wouldn't that to them. They asked me, would I be kind and supportive? I said that I would be supportive without a doubt. Then they asked, then why can't you do that for yourself? They said that I show some of my friends how much I care about them and love them all the time. They listed some names of my friends. Why couldn't I give that kind of love and support to myself? Why can't I love myself like I love God? Why can't I give myself a break? God never tells me that I have to be perfect. One of my best friends is always saying to me, be gentle to yourself, be gentle to yourself. I remember that when I can. I wish I could remember to pray when an episode like this starts. How can I love myself more? I want to have enough faith in God to have enough faith in myself. God has been more than faithful to me. I want half of that kind of faith to be more faithful to Him. I want the strength to turn my shallow faithfulness into deep faithfulness.


                                      Father, turn my shallow faithfulness 
                                      into deep faithfulness.
  

Keep on Knocking, But It's Not Time Yet

She's knocking on my door again, but I don't want to let her in yet. I'm always calling her, but I'm not calling her home yet. I want her here, but not now. It's not time yet. Hey, precious daughter of Mine, I know how much you're hurting, I see your pain, It overwhelms Me just like it overwhelms you. When you're crying, trust Me, I'm crying too. I can help, so it is good that you call on Me, but I'll decide when you can come home.  I know that sometimes you want to come home, that you can't possibly handle more of the pain, but I'll decide when. I have plans for you and they're not done yet. When they are, I'll come very gently and carry you home. There's no need to fear, I'm always by your side. Just know that I love you more than anyone else does. My door is always there for you, so keep on knocking, but it's not time yet.

I Hear Nature Calling Me

I sit in my house and then I hear it again. It seems to be calling my name like an old friend. My radar is up and alert. I smile the biggest smile. My family knows what that smile means. I get excited just thinking about it. Nature is calling me. Oh boy! I think to myself. I grab my winter coat, hat, scarf and gloves and head out the door. I go out in back and look for that I so often take and let out a joyful laugh. Hello nature, here I come! I set out thinking happy thoughts. I start to look around, to explore. I take a big whiff and smell that familiar pine scent and I'm in Heaven. The flowers are all gone, but in their place are a whole world of different color leaves. The sight makes me smile. The wind is blowing up a storm and the cool crisp air feels good on my skin. The different colors are pretty. I hear footsteps and I turn around. It is a friend of mine. She asked if I mind if she tags along. I laughed and say no, I'm glad she's here. She walked ahead of me and held out her hand to me. She shares the same love for nature that I have. We smiled tenderly at each other and we walk on. We point at things that fascinate us. Somehow I always find something new when I go exploring in the woods. I am always impressed by that new thing like it was placed there just for me. How wonderful it is to be out here once more, to be here in nature again. Here is where I am free, free to be me and free to dream of far off places. I am like a child out here. And I know that my Father is with me. He is the one who put the new things here for me to see. I picture Him watching me with delight at what I have found. I laughed so freely, so does my friend. This is a fun day. Nature has called me once again. This is a good day to be alive.

Back In The Field Again

     I still go back to that field. I still touch my heart. She is still there. It is still beautiful there. Lately, life has been really hard. I feel so sad and lonely. Even though the angel is still in my heart, I am lonely. I've lost the ability to feel her. I lost the ability to love myself. There is nothing but guilt left. I don't know why I go back to that field anymore.  
     One day found me in the field crying. Crying out in pain I have never known before. On that day, I felt a familiar presence. I know that presence. It can't be. I dare not look up.  I didn't want my heart to break even more. I began to cry even more. In the middle of my tears, I felt a loving touch. A touch that got more loving as minutes passed by.  I swallowed my sadness and looked up. It was the angel. She had come back. She came back for me. She smiled. I saw that beautiful smile again. She was just as beautiful as I remembered. The same white flowing gown and long dark hair. She was beautiful. 
     Her finger gently touched a tear that was rolling down my face and for a moment I saw a tear roll down her face. She was feeling my pain. More tears of my own began to flow at the sight. I put my head back down. Shame came over me. I made the angel cry. She sat down next to me and took me in her arms. She held me tight and we cried together. Somehow I became aware that I didn't make her cry, she was crying because she loves me. She was sad because of my sadness. Seeing me sad broke her heart. 
     In the middle of my tears, I began to feel safe. I felt comfort and warmth. Like in her presence once before, I felt so loved. She gently rubbed my back and continued to hold me close, letting me cry. She told me she has been with me, she has seen everything. I got worried and a questioning look came over my face. The angel smiled tenderly at me. No matter what happens in my life, I would always remain special to her. 
     She got up and offered me her hand once more. My heart was quieting down. I felt that peace again as I once did before. We walked through the field. The air was warm and breezy. The sky was a magnificent blue with beautiful white fluffy clouds. I saw all the beautiful flowers and trees blowing in the wind. We walked hand in hand, side by side. She smiled at me, glad that we were there together. I laughed at the joy I was feeling. 
     I began to skip. The angel followed my lead and laughed at my happiness. I looked at the field and I saw a large patch of purple violets.  I smiled the biggest smile and ran towards the flowers. I ran into the middle of them, laughing with joy. The angel lovingly stared at me. I told her that the violets had a special meaning to me. I sat down brushing my hands over them. They felt so good to me. I couldn't help but smile. I picked some, giving them to the angel. She took them and thanked me for making her a part of that special meaning. It was too wonderful to keep to myself.
     I suddenly felt very sleepy and let out a yawn, but it was a peaceful yawn. The angel came up beside me and allowed me to rest my head in her lap. I laid down and went to sleep for a while. When I woke up, she smiled and welcomed me, the sleepyhead back. I felt refreshed and hugged the angel. 
     We walked over to that oversized pound we'd been to before. The cool water felt nice to me. I dove in and swam for a while. The angel came swimming with me this time. It was great to have her as a swimming partner. We swam together and splashed each other lightly. We laughed a lot. After a while, we got out of the water and sat up on the bank, drying ourselves off in the warm sunshine. We watched the water and the wind blowing through the trees. 
     It was a gorgeous day. The sun was just beautiful in the sky. The angel was beautiful, everything was beautiful. I was filled with a happiness I never knew before. The angel put her arms around me and held me close to her. It felt so nice to be loved like that. 
     Some time past. We got up and walked back to the field. She talked to me and told me not to get so down on myself during the hard times. Life isn't always perfect and even though I wasn't perfect, she would treat me as if I was because she loved me so much. There wasn't anything that could change that fact. I was beautiful to the angel and the angel was beautiful to me. I couldn't help but get teary-eyed as she got ready to leave. I looked down but she wouldn't let me look down. She smiled and said there was no room for sadness that day and hugged me for a long time. She told me she loved me again. I told her how much I loved her. She kissed my cheek, reminding me that if I needed her, all I had to do was touch my heart and she would be right there. I watched her until I could no longer see her again and smiled. My eyes looked over the field touching my heart. She was still there.





        

Angel In The Field

     I know of a field that I go to often, mainly when I want to get away from the trouble of everyday life. As far as I know, no one else has ever been to this field. I felt as if this was my own private field. There must be thousands of different flowers there, all beautiful in their own right. The trees around this beautiful clearing were a magnificent green and they had bright red apples on them blowing in the cool refreshing wind. I love going to this field. It was so quiet and peaceful, just what I need to clear my mind sometimes. 
     One day when I needed to go to this field, I went and after being there for a while, I had a feeling I was not alone. I thought I saw something out of the corner of my eye. I turned to see what it was. It was an angel, a most beautiful angel. She wore a gorgeous white flowing gown and she had long dark hair. My heart melted at this beautiful sight. She didn't have wings, but she had a glow about her. I knew she was an angel because she couldn't possibly be human, there was just no way. I rubbed my eyes to see if I was dreaming. I wasn't. It was real, she was real. 
     She looked straight at me and for a moment, I thought I must have angered her, being on her territory. I backed away as if to say I was sorry. She slowly raised her hand as she walked towards me. I was puzzled. She smiled again. I wondered what did she want with me? When she got close to me, she offered me her hand. She was truly beautiful. I took her hand and as soon as I took it, I felt a peace I've never known before. It was if she knew me inside and out.
      It was a lovely day out. The sun was shining and the breeze was just right. The angel gently pulled me as if she wanted me to go somewhere with her. I walked along with her. She was still holding my hand. She pointed to all the beautiful flowers and all the trees. The walk was quite peaceful and refreshing. I felt so joyful and free. I treasured this angel. I treasured this moment in time. The angel looked at me and smiled. She loved me. I don't know how or why, but she loved me, and I loved her. I love this angel. I ran ahead and picked some flowers for the angel. She took the flowers and held them close to her heart.
     She took me to this oversized pond and started to wade in the water. I followed her lead and laughed at the coolness between my toes. She laughed with me. She cupped some water in her hands and sprinkled it over my head, which made me laughed even more. I dove into the water and swam about, I felt so free.
     After a while, I looked around for the angel. She was sitting on the bank watching me. I waved at her, she gently waved back. I wanted to be with her, so I went and sat next to her.  She gave a warm, beautiful hug that seems to last forever, smiling at me. Oh, how I loved her. We just sat there watching the water and the wind blowing through the trees. What a wonderful day that was created for us. 
     She got up and held out her hand to me. We walked back to the field having as wonderful of a time as we did before. The sky was so blue and the sunshine was so warm. We came back to the place where I first saw her. The angel smiled again and hugged me. I realized what was happened. She was getting ready to leave. My heart started to beat really fast as the tears started to come to my eyes. She kissed me and turned to leave. I told her to wait, I didn't want her to leave. She smiled. She touched my face and kissed me again. She pointed to herself and then softly touched my heart and I knew she would always be with me. At the touch of her hand, I felt peace. I told her how much I loved her and watched her until I could see her no longer. As I turned to look at the clouds in the sky, I knew that her last words were true. I touched my heart and she was there.




















  
        

Warm Embraces

I see one of my best friends coming towards me. A smile was on her face. I walk forward with a glad smile on my face. We embraced, whispering hi. I sit in a pew with sadness on my face and tears start to flow. A friend catches sight of me. She comes and gently smiles, asking me what's wrong. I tell her about my pain, and she embraces me. I come home with great news and joy in my heart. Mom asks what's up. I tell her the happy story and my mom embraces me. A friend calls and is in deep distress. I listen to her as I hear her cry when she tells me what's wrong. I embraced her over the phone, just being there. I am disappointed and my friend embraces me telling me there will be better days ahead. My day has come and my friend talks to me over the phone telling me how much I mean to her and I am beautiful to her. She said that she loves me so much and she embraces me. A friend is so grateful for what I have done for him and he embraces me. A group of friends and I congratulate our two friends on their wedding day and we all embraced them. We're all outside the church just talking happily and a great friend reaches over and embraces me for no reason at all. My best friend comes over with a card for me and embraces me wishing me a happy birthday. A caring doctor asked me why am I in so much pain, I tell him, he really wants to help me and he embraces me. A friend calls, needing prayers, I say I'll always pray for them and we embrace. A friend says they love me, I say I love them and we embrace. A friend says nothing but stares very adoringly at me with a look that says it all. We embraced. My mom embraces me and welcomes me home again after a year away in college. She tells me how much she loves me. These are what I call warm embraces.

                                   I will always give you warm
                                                                   embraces wherever you are.

God's In The Trees

Walking in the wilderness brings about peace. Everything we see was created by our Heavenly Father. We know that God's in the trees, we can sense Him. Walk with me. Walk for miles with me. Let's talk about His beauty as we go. Let's discover new things, lets happily wonder at the scenery He made for us. It is good to be here with you. All the different shades of green are magnificent, just glorious. And the blue sky. There are just no words to describe the beauty of the big space above us. The clouds are dancing with their different shapes. Don't you enjoy looking at them? Imagine, what do you see in the clouds? God draws pictures for us in the sky. Grand, just grand! As we walk we find a body of water. Clean, clear, soft water that runs over our toes. We laugh at the feel. It is cool and refreshing. Every once in a while we see a little creature, a little furry animal. Something that is moving about, but not bothering anything, just going about his own business. God created this little creature just like He created you and me. We both have a profound love for this world that is untouched by man but is touched in every way by God.

And Why Not Say It?

I was talking to a real good friend of mine a while ago about things that were troubling me. She touched on a subject that bewildered me. The subject of saying I love you and the fact that you don't have to say it all the time, people just know. In fact, it has bewildered me for quite some time. Saying I love you, how hard can it be? I understand why it can be so hard for some people to say, but what about the people who have the ability to say the words? And why not say it if you have the ability to? I have always been able to say I love you all throughout my life.  But, lately, I have found it somewhat difficult. I have experienced people walking away when I have said it, which has broken my heart. It's not easy to get up the courage after that happens. I find myself waiting for the other person to say it before I will. Sometimes, I'm surprised when someone says it willingly when I'm not expecting it. Right now, there's only one person I can easily say it to without thinking twice. I know this will hurt people when they read this, but I have to be honest. I know how my friends feel about me just by the way they receive me. I am so thankful for that. Some people honestly feel that they don't have to say it and that's ok. All I ask is just please don't prevent me from saying it to someone else, because they don't have to hear it from me. What might not be safe for someone might just be fine for someone else to say. It's what in a person's heart that counts. After all, God was the one who created love. And that's why I want to say, I love you. 

                                              
                                                       I LOVE YOU

Friend I Can Trust

It takes a long time to trust people. Even if they are friendly and kind. I get afraid if something goes wrong or if I mess up, they'll turn and walk away. It's too much for them and my heart is broken. I never said I was perfect. They can be so loving and still I get frightened. A few of my friends in my life that I have bonded with know that about me. They hung in there with me when I got nervous. They have thought that I was worth it. They understood, even if they didn't, they were still around. They wanted to learn. They grew to love me deeply and how they cared. I can remember when I knew I could completely trust someone. I felt the greatest feeling of peace. It was if God was telling me that it was His will that this someone was in my life. He, Himself gave them to me and me to them. The friends that I can trust know my fears, they know what I am all about. They trust me in return.

                          
                           Thank
                                    God
                                          For
                                               honest
                                                          friends! 

Such A Faithful and Loving Friend

Oh, what a blessing to have such a faithful and loving friend. To find a treasure that is so priceless, that's what you are. Did I find you or were you giving to me? You give so much, and yet you probably think you haven't given anything at all. Oh, if only you knew. A smile or a prayer is worth so much more than any costly thing and that what you've giving me. That is all I want. I am thankful for words you say to me. A tender word or words of honesty, of how you are. Those are words I wait to hear. Your patience and understanding are so precious to me. I may not deserve them, but still, they are given freely along with love from your heart. You are such a faithful and loving friend.

A Friend For All My Life (For Suzanne)

I have the                                            

      best friend                                       

forever                                   

You, I never had to search for. I never had to question my actions. I never had to wonder or be sure if I said the right thing. You never get tired of hearing a record being played over and over. You have shared my joys and held my hand through moments of sorrow. You laugh at my silly comments and dried my tears when they fell. You held your breath whenever I was ill and even came when they thought I wouldn't make it. You've got angry for me and went up to bat for me. You've kept me in mind when I was far away. You reminded me of who I was, you loved me when I had hatred for myself. You've told me off a few times for my own good. Knowing you're always there keeps me going, I can rest easy because of this too. You protect me from my ugly thoughts and give me hope to keep me going.  You cheer me on when I am lonely, and tell me when something or someone might be wrong for me. You steer me when I can't think straight and you help when I need help. When I can't do something physically, you lend a helping hand even when it is something small. When we go out I always have fun and sometimes we laugh at everything and go crazy.  You always have or always make time for me. You tell me when you're down and you let me share in your joys and sorrows. You tell me like it is even when it might hurt. We can always talk out differences and right the wrong. You always smile when you see me and I'm always glad to see you. Our childhood is filled with countless happy memories shared together. I am so grateful that I have a best friend like you. Thank you. I will always love you forever.

She accepts me -
faults, greatness
and all! 

To My Friends (Don't Give Up On Me)

This time is not easy for me. I hurt a great deal. I really hope that I'm not a burden to you. I call you friends because it helps to talk to people that care and I know you care. Please don't hide what you feel from me because you might say something that may make me sad. I don't want to chase you away. I fear that. I think of the past. I am so grateful for your prayers and for your ear. I feel your love. I will not give up, this I promise you. Sometimes I feel like giving up, but I give you my word. I am afraid that you will get tired of me, and say forget it, I 've got my own life. Don't bother me so much. Please don't give up on me, you might get frustrated, but please don't give up on me. I'm doing the best I can, even though that might not mean much right now. At least I am aware of God's presence and I am content on the knowledge of this fact. I am leaning on Him more than you think I am. I have been gently reminded of that. He is my source of strength. You, my friends, have told me that God has put friends that I can lean on in my life and they won't turn away no matter what goes on, but I still get frightened. I want good boundaries. That is very important to me and to you good people. Trust is the key and faithfulness is too. To my friends, please don't give up on me.

Another Difficult Road

My little one, I have chosen another difficult road for you. I have chosen this road because I love you. I want you to know that I will be with you as you travel. I want to strengthen you, make you stronger. Whenever you need to I want you to call out for help, and I will be there to give you courage and hope. Use my Word as a guide, you won't go wrong. I will cheer you on. Turn to me and I will give you peace whenever you go over the bumps. I promise, there will be an end in sight.

DaddyGod's Rocking Chair

Hey little Vicky, where are you? Can you hear me? Can you hear my voice? Come on now, where are you? My heart is not quite right. I must find you. I'm searching for you, and I will not rest until I find you. Can you talk to me? Can you tell me what's wrong? Please tell me. There's nothing to fear. I want to hear. I will not turn away. My time is your time. I love you little Vicky. Have you forgotten that you are beautiful? I never said you had to be perfect. Be gentle with yourself. I know you are trying your best, that is wonderful, you're doing a good job. Where are you? Ha, there you are. Found you. Hey little Vicky, why all the tears? Be gentle with yourself. Can I tell you that I love you? Can you not be afraid of that? My love for you can not go away. It will not go away. Let me tell you I love you. Don't prevent me. Can you take my hand? Can I hold you? Can we sit together? Can I rock you in my arms? My chair is waiting. You are mine, you are my child. I am your daddy. Are you going to let me pick you up? Can I tell you, I love you? I want to tell you I love you. I love you very much. There, that's better. Now, where's my rocking chair?  O.k. now, rest your head. Stay right here with me, tell me, tell me your thoughts. Tell me your feelings. I want to hear. Be gentle. Let me tell you what I think. I think you're beautiful. I know you're beautiful. Let me sing you a lullaby. I want to tell you a story. I want to play with you. I want to hold you while you sleep. Show me your beautiful smile. I love the way you laugh. You are a good girl. You are beautiful. I like rocking with you. This is fun. You are in DaddyGod's big rocking chair. This is what I have wanted. I love you little Vicky. I love you My little Vicky.

A Little Better With Doll

I owe Father Holy Spirit for this one. She's a nice quiet break from the rest of the world. I love her gentle nature and kind ways. It reminds me of a warm summer breeze. She's quite a person. I like how she cares so much. Her joy makes everything better sometimes. She always tries to see the bright side of things. She is so real and honest, but yet she doesn't want to hurt anyone. Her sensitivity is so wonderful. I wish she knew how special she is. She loves to laugh and play around and yet she works hard too. When I met her, it was true friendship at first sight. That weekend was such a beautiful time and it was a joy to share it with her. If she loves you, she'll let you know it and when you're sad, she'll do anything to bring back joy for you. I am so glad to have her as one of my beautiful friends. God created everything so beautiful, and one of those beautiful creations is Marie.
  

Continuing With Stories From My Book : "My Own Thoughts In My Own Words"

Peace

I have seen great peace in my life. That peace only came from my Lord and my Savior. After walking down the road of heartaches and tribulations I felt God's loving arms go around me to hold me close, promising never to let go. Even though trials may still come, that peace somehow remains within me. It brings a smile to my heart after trouble is over. I walk down that road with Jesus at my side and somehow it is easier. Now I have hope in my heart and Jesus at my side. I meet my friends down that road and I reach out hoping to share some of that peace. I pray for them and hope that they will walk at Jesus' side too. They can share in the peace with me.

Christmas Pine

On a brisk winter night in the midst of the Christmas season, you can smell the winter pines as you walk by. On your night walk, fantasy fills your mind. It is a beautiful night. The moon is full and the chilly air feels nice to you. The smell of fresh pines adds to your thoughts. The night is clear, so it is easy to see the shine of the snowy pines in the bright lights from the stars and the full moon. You just know that the birds of the winter are settling down for their night nap somewhere in the middle of the pines. The rich smell of the wood from the fireplaces coming from the houses only intensifies the great smell from the pines. It is one of the wonderful smells of the Christmas season.
    

People's Happiness at Christmas

Something fascinating always seems to happen around Christmas every year. People's behavior for a brief moment changed. There is a feeling of happiness in the air. People become more friendly. Christmas is the time of year when even strangers will smile at each other and wish one another a happy holiday and expect nothing in return. The joy of the season is captivating, it takes over.

Christmas at Disney

Some of the best Christmases I have had were the Christmases I spent with my mother down at Disney World. I remember the first Christmas we went down. We were so filled with wonder. It was something new. It was so amazing. Disney really is another world, a world of dreams. The favorite memory I have of Christmas at Disney is just being there with my mom. There are so many things to marvel about. My mom's favorite was seeing the castle for the first time, and it never ceased to amaze her every time she sees it. I remember swimming outside on Christmas Eve, I was blown away by it. When we go to Disney, there's just one thing I miss. I miss the religious aspect of Christmas, what Christmas is truly all about. To my surprise, the last time my mom and I went to Disney, they had a celebration with a religious theme. They had the telling of the Christmas story along with some great Christmas carols. This celebration made Christmas at Disney that year truly special for me. It was so beautifully done. My mother and I love going to Disney World over the holidays. It's such a special time for us.

An Announcement To The World

A true story:

     The Angel Gabriel at the request of God came to Mary one day to announced God's plan to her.  When Mary said yes, she was overshadowed with the Holy Spirit and became with child. Shortly after that, Mary paid her cousin a visit. When Elizabeth saw Mary, she was filled with the Holy Spirit and the little one she was carrying leaped in her womb with joy. A few months later, her husband could not find a place for them to stay in their home town, so they stayed in a stable. In that stable, Mary gave birth to her baby boy, the Son of God. That same night some shepherds were watching over their flock of sheep. A bright light shown in the sky. It was the angel of the Lord coming to announce some wonderful news to them. The angel told them the news of the new baby boy, the baby that was their Savior. When the angel went away, the shepherds went back to tending their sheep, glorifying and praising God for all that they have heard and seen, as it had been told to them. The Holy Spirit printed the knowledge of the Messiah in their hearts. Now the three wise men got words of the new baby boy who was to be King from the king of Judea and to go search for the newborn, they followed the north star till it came to rest over the place where the child was. Once they saw the Babe, they fell on their knees and worshiped Him. Then they opened the gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh that they had brought for Him, the Christ.

The Sounds and Smells of Christmas

Ah, the sounds and smells of Christmas make me so glad the holidays are here once more! These two senses add so much to the celebration. The sound of the Christmas bells and the carollers making their music fill my heart with such happiness that I just have to sing along. It's so wonderful. Just as the glowing fireplace warms my cold outsides, the crackling flames heat up my glowing insides. As a child, when I heard the ringing of reindeer's bells, I became excited about anticipating the next morning and being under the Christmas tree with my family. Later on, during this holiday we could all smell the delicious Christmas dinner. After dinner, my brother and I would go outside and head for the biggest hill in the neighborhood for some sledding fun. We would add the sound of our laughter to the other children laughing and having fun. On the way home, we the robin sing his own beautiful Christmas carol and as the sun goes down on this wonderful Christmas day we hear the church bells reminding us of what Christmas is all about.

Christmas Miracles

Miracles and wonders are what makes Christmas special. The best and the truest miracle is the birth of our Lord, Jesus Christ. It's the one I hold most dear to me. However, there are other miracles that give my heart a smile.  The wonders in our childhood, such as Santa Claus and talking snowmen, make us believe in a fantasy land. There were wonderful Christmas lights on the tree and people's houses always leave me in awe and dreaming. The spirit of Christmas in other people is a happy spectacle as well. The warm wishes are said with such gladness. One of the best parts of the miracle of Christmas is being with my family, loved ones and friends. In an odd way, the winter cold can add to the excitement of Christmas. There is more than one Christmas wonderment to celebrate at one of the best times of the year.       

A Christmas Prayer

Oh Heavenly God up above,

     Let us the peace of that first Christmas night, that sense of awe and 
wonder. Bless all Your children with the knowledge of Christ's birth. Let us know the Son You gave to us. Oh Father, we are thankful for this gift. By giving us Your Son, You've shown us Your great power. You've shown us the greatness of Your love.

                                                                                     Amen