“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through Him all things were made; without Him nothing was made that has been made. In Him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness cannot overcome it.”—John 1:1-5
I can hardly wait for Pastor Marks’ sermon this Sunday on the powerful truth of God making His home with us for Christmas. As I think about it, I picture Christmas morning at the Nsimbi home. It brings to mind my own cherished memories of Christmas—both as a child and as a parent raising my own family with Jackie.
I imagine Taamale, caught up in the Christmas spirit, darting out in his onesie pajamas to join his two joyful older sisters. Anne and Mark are waiting near their beautifully lit tree, their faces glowing with anticipation. While I don’t know exactly what their Christmas morning will look like, I’m certain of one thing: they will be opening their hearts to welcome Jesus into their home this Christmas.
As I reflect on this, I’m reminded of the beauty of the season and wrote this little piece as a response to such thoughts.
Open your heart, your home, your door, For Christ is here forevermore. His light will shine, His peace will stay, A gift of love this Christmas Day.
Pastor Mark’s Advent devotional today deeply moved me. I know this Sunday will be a truly uplifting time for everyone who joins us. I hope you’ll be there to experience it too.
Your friend for the rest of my life,
Pastor Tim White