Merry Christmas

I just wanted to sign in to wish you all a very Merry Christmas.

We just finished having a snack. Our appetites will be satisified (that is an understatement when I am taken care of by my Mom!) until our turkey diner later today. The adults just sat down to play a game so I thought I would take this opportunity to say hi.

I'm writing from Alberta, enjoying the coulees and the view of the mountains and am hoping that your celebrations, wherever they are, are filled with the hope that only Christ can bring. I hope that your giving is more meaningful, your receiving is gracious, your eating is celebratory and your reactions to situations filled with a sense of humour.

I loved being able to sit by my Mom at the Christmas Eve service, to sing next to her and then share an evening with family in a beautifully decorated candlelit room. My Mom is so gifted as a homemaker.
During a season where relationship with family and close friends is key we see true and lasting friendship is both a gift and a challenge (a worthwhile one). My need for the hope of Christ is so evident in these relational situations as I am reminded that my soul finds rest in Christ alone. Psalm 62:1. I don't know about you but intense family situations for prolonged periods of time can bring out all sorts of insecurities. Because I love everyone dearly, I need an extra measure of God. I am thankful that He is willing and able to be in every situation and make everything new.

Romans 5:5
And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out His love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom He has given us.

I wish you a VERY MERRY Christmas and hope that you experience the deepness in your relationships through God this season.

Love,
Nicole