Today is Wednesday, December 7th, 2011; Karen's Korner #2208
This writing is taken from our minister's "Words from Warren" in our December church newsletter. While he took it from another's writing, I don't have the acknowledgement as to the writer:
"It happens every Christmas season. You know what I mean. You say to yourself, 'I'm going to enjoy the holidays this year and not get caught up in the rat race.' But before you know it, you've stepped on the accelerator of life and the pedal stays on the floor right through Christmas morning. Your thoughts are filled with what presents you should buy for him, for her, that aunt, this parent, that child, this friend, your boss. You spend endless hours shopping, sorting, wrapping, cleaning, and cooking.
"Then you ask yourself, 'Where did the magic of Christmas go? When did I lose that childlike wonder and whimsical expectation that should accompany the holidays?' Your growing list of responsibilities tightened your schedule and tempered your imagination. Endless waves of worry ended your hopeful heart. In other words, you grew up, gained speed, and gave in to what the world calls the holiday rush. So how do you rediscover Christmas with a childlike passion and an expectant heart? What can you do to uncover the beauty and innocence of the incarnation?
" You can renew your belief in what God did two thousand years ago. You can remember that the reason for the season is not pursuing presents or displaying dazzling decorations or even participating in elaborate parties. The purpose for celebrating this wonderful season lies in a divine birth with a heavenly cause. Majesty cam to a manger.
"The creator of the universe was cradled in the hands of a carpenter. The Son of the most high was sustained by a mother's milk. Why? Because He wanted to bring you peace.
"So slow down your pace and ponder the enormous love that God has for you. Spend less money and more time with those you love. Read the Christmas story and share with loved ones what it means to you. Remember what was said of a virgin girl in need of assurance: 'Blessed is she who has believed.' And so are you."
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