Isaiah 35:3 Strengthen the feeble hands, steady the knees that give way….
Last night, we finally put up a Christmas tree. It is a little pre-lit “Charlie Brown” tree, as my oldest called it, but I see it as a light in the darkness, shining God’s love and mercy, heralding the good news of Christ’s birth.
Isaiah 35:4a …say to those with fearful hearts, “Be strong, do not fear….”
I’ve always loved the lights of a Christmas tree, and I am especially reminded of the light that led the wisemen to the newborn Savior. And the angel perched atop my tree, lovingly made by my mom so many years ago, is symbolic of the angel who appeared to the shepherds, telling them to fear not, for Christ was born.
Isaiah 35:4b “…your God will come…He will come to save you.”
Lord, Thank You for this day and for the hope of this advent season. Thank You for the ability to uplift and encourage others, and, in this season, for the light and hope of the Christmas tree and the encouragement I find in You. Draw us all closer to You as we wait in joyful hope for the coming of our Savior. Amen.
John 1:5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.
Have a blessed day.
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