Monday, December 22, 2025

 


December 22, 2025

 

Matthew 2:7-8

Then Herod, when he had secretly called the wise men, determined from them what time the star appeared. And he sent them to Bethlehem and said, “Go and search carefully for the young Child, and when you have found Him, bring back word to me, that I may come and worship Him also.”

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This passage highlights Herod's deceitful intentions, as he actually seeks to eliminate Jesus, whom he perceives as a threat to his throne. It contrasts Herod's manipulative behavior with the wise men’s sincere quest for the Messiah, emphasizing themes of fear, power, and the genuine search for truth.


Monday Coffee Talk


Yesterday was wonderful, I think a good time was had by all.  Peggy’s home was all dressed up for Christmas and our hearts were merry and bright.  What always touches my heart is when we all gather in a BIG circle, hold hands and praise God for all our blessings.  My heart overflows.

I’m sorry I have no pictures to share   But I do have some exciting news.  We have another great grandbaby on the way!  Our g-son Travis and Savannah are expecting their first child in May.  What’s the gender you may ask, let’s just say,

 

They are thrilled and we are too!  This will be daughter #1’s first g-child, making this even more wonderful.


New Parents


New Grandparents

We visited, we ate, we played games, and the guys pulled out their instruments so we could sing along. Six full hours of fellowship—enough to warm my heart for the whole year.

So today, I’ll be right here in my recliner, Christmas lights glowing, my little fireplace humming, a good book in my hands, and soft Christmas music playing in the background. Ahhh… sweet rest.

I’ll be taking a little break this week, but I hope each of you enjoys a beautiful Christmas. Remember—the Christ Child is the reason for the season.



Merry Christmas!








 



Sunday, December 21, 2025

 


December 21, 2025

Matthew 2:3-6

When Herod the king heard this, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him. And when he had gathered all the chief priests and scribes of the people together, he inquired of them where the Christ was to be born.

So they said to him, “In Bethlehem of Judea, for thus it is written by the prophet:

‘But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah,
Are not the least among the rulers of Judah;
For out of you shall come a Ruler
Who will shepherd My people Israel.’ ”

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 This passage highlights the contrast between worldly power and divine authority, and the significance Jesus' birth as a pivotal moment in salvation history. It shows the fear and jealousy that King Herod and the people of Jerusalem felt upon hearing about the birth of Jesus, contrasting with the fulfillment of ancient prophecies about the Messiah’s birth in Bethlehem.


Happy Anniversary to Us!





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“Today marks 63 years of walking through life with the man God chose for me. This man has blessed my life in more ways than I could ever count. Through every season—joyful, ordinary, and hard—good and bad, you have been my steady place, my partner, and my dearest friend. I thank God for every year He’s given us, and for the love that has carried us this far. What a gift it is to celebrate this special day in our lives.


"I Want To Stroll Over Heaven With You"

If I surveyed all the good things that come to me from above
If I could count all the blessings from the storehouse of love
I'd simply ask for a favor of Him beyond mortal kin
And I'm sure that He'd grant it again

I want to stroll over Heaven with you some glad day
When all our troubles and heartaches are vanished away
Then we'll enjoy the beauty where all things are new
I want to stroll over Heaven with you

So many places of beauty we long to see here below
But times and treasures have kept us from making plans as you know
But come the morning of the rapture together we'll stand anew
Then we'll stroll over Heaven with you

I want to stroll over Heaven with you some glad day
When all our troubles and heartaches are vanished away
Then we'll enjoy the beauty where all things are new
I want to stroll over Heaven with you
I want to stroll over Heaven with you


You can hear Alan Jackson sing this beautiful song by clicking HERE.


We’re off to spend the day at Peggy’s where we’ll enjoy our Family Christmas Gathering.  I just want to say how much I enjoyed all the comments on yesterday’s blog.  If I don’t get by to visit with you tonight, I’ll certainly visit tomorrow!

Christmas Blessings to All

Until Next Time