Do you ever wonder how much time they had to get prepared for the birth once they arrived? I love this artistic depiction of Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus in the hay. It seems so much more true to life. There’s a sense of urgency, disarray, and tender love all thrown together with the prickly …
They arrived in the city late at night worn out, yet excited to have made it safely to Bethlehem. As they made their way through the city gates they must have talked of seeing Joseph’s family for he had not been there for years. I’m sure they wondered how the census would occur, where they …
The essence of this Christmas is upon us and beckons us to join together clothed in compassion, kindness, thankfulness, and Joy! Raise your light to illuminate all the earth with His presence. Watch for Holy in the darkness like never before. Be at Peace. “Be watchful and thankful…the mystery of Christ proclaimed…Be wise making the …
Social media has been buzzing with excitement about this event occurring Today just after sunset. This universal event so close to Christmas has set humans in an excited expectation of a Divine sign. Many say it is not the Star of Bethlehem; yet many say it is exactly what could’ve happened the night of Jesus’ …
They are almost there. The city is in sight. A welcome scene for very tired travelers whose feet and backs are sore from their long journey across the land. Her time is close. They are relieved and must have been almost giddy at the thought of a comfy bed to sleep in, a good hearty …
Animals get it right every time. Humans tend to over think, over analyze, over do, over expect, over criticize, and over load! Our brain power could, many times, be better utilized by choosing to coexist in harmonious relationships by being more accepting of our differences rather than trying to one up each other, use connections …
Sometimes just being there is enough. No words. No grand gestures or cheerful jokes. No big plans or extravagant presents. Only your Presence…. maybe a hug, a smile, or a song. Silence is ok, too. Love came down at Christmas in the presence of a babe. Presence is the only need sometimes. Presence bears the …
That’s just it, we always seem to want more, something different, just a bit grander, and lots of presents under the tree. It can make one frantic trying to keep up with it all. What if we got back to just enjoying the simple pleasures of life instead of looking ahead to more or complaining …
Anyone who has experienced a helping hand at the lowest point of their life from a kind soul who made the effort to be there and care will always remember that person. The torch bearer found them and saved their life. It is a powerful memory. This is the bare bones of Christmas. The light …
The Divine communicates with us humans in many various ways; dreams, through other humans, angels, His Word of Truth, music, nature and creation, stars, thoughts, gut feels, fragrances, animals, coincidences, and the list continues. To hear Holy you must first believe you can. This is the real Magic of Christmas not Elsa, Rudolph, or even …
