Are you finding it difficult to find Comfort & Joy in this Christmas season my friend?
Has it all become rather overwhelming?
In the busyness of this season I invite you to take a little breather & join me in a relaxing cuppa.
I have a hot mug of Spicy Christmas tea (so delicious) ready for us & a little Short crust fruit mince tart for our treat.
So let’s put our feet up as we reflect & sip awhile…
An Epiphany
Many years ago I came to the realisation that the Spirit of Christmas is not in the material things that the media & marketing world would have us believe it is.
Nor, is it in the latest gift ideas, nor in the perfect tree & decorations, it’s not in the food we serve or even the people we celebrate with!
You see all these things while traditional & may make us feel warm & fuzzy.
Or stressed out & overwhelmed…are not what Christmas is actually about!
Christmas is about joy & comfort…Comfort & joy!
Let me explain…
- Joy that mankind has been gifted the Prince of Peace from that very first Christmas night ~ Jesus the Christ
- Joy in the good news of Christ’s message Peace on earth...
- Joy that the ultimate relationship He came to give is open to all today Ladies & Gentlemen!
&
- Comfort that through Jesus, also known as Immanuel, God is with us.
- Comfort that He has already defeated the enemy of our souls through the Easter experience.
- Comfort that He has promised that He will return…soon!
So although the last few years have been extremely overwhelming for us all, with a Pandemic that keeps on giving, it doesn’t change those facts above!
Let’s dwell upon the importance of Christ in this Christmas season for a few more moments…
“For God so loved the world
that He gave His one & only Son,
so that whomsoever believes
in Him [Jesus Christ] shall not perish
but have life eternal.”
John 3:16
Christmas isn’t just a season
it’s a relationship
for eternity!
May you come to know His peace, joy & comfort not just in this season my friend but in all the seasons to come, how to do this is shared here.
Until next time,
Jennifer
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Or
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Because my church puts a great deal of emphasis on Advent, I find that the quiet time of waiting is very restorative. It is a marked contrast to the crazy world of retail.
How lovely to hear that Elizabeth. ☺️ Hope you have a wonderful Christmas with your family 🤗
Love this post, especially this line: Christmas isn’t just a season–it’s a relationship for eternity! I’m so thankful we have the JOY and Comfort of Jesus to carry us the whole year through.
Thank you Lisa! Have a wonderful Christmas with your family 🤗
I love those two words together, comfort and joy. And no, they don’t come through material things, but are gits from God. Let’s remember to receive them this season.
Absolutely Theresa! Have a wonderful Christmas with your family 🤗
So grateful for all the reminders this season provides for celebrating our salvation!
Absolutely Michele! I pray you have a wonderful Christmas with your family 🤗
My cuppa is Peppermint Mocha Coffee (k-cup) with chocolate protein shake for creamer.
I ♥️ your description of comfort and joy.
Thank you! Your cuppa sounds intriguing! Although I’m not familiar with the term k-cup? 🤔
With a Keurig (or similar) you can brew a single cup of coffee or other beverage.
Okay, Thank you ☺️
It’s perfect for us became my husband prefers DARK ROAST black coffee & I prefer medium to light roast flavored coffees
What a great little machine! 😊
They are very popular in the US
A relationship for eternity…what comfort and joy that does bring no matter what my circumstances! That Christmas tea sounds delightful!
It was delicious Amy! Lovely having you drop by today. I pray you have a wonderful Christmas with your family 🤗
Oh, the comfort and joy of having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, the author and finisher of our faith! Thank you sweet friend ♥️
It is such a precious relationship Pam! 💕
Thank you, Jennifer. I needed this, both the cozy offer of tea and the message of joy and comfort in Jesus. 🙂 Love and hugs to you! Have a Wonder-filled Christmas!
Thank you Trudy! Praying you have a wonderful Christmas too my sweet friend ❤️
Amen! Amen,Jennifer!💝
Thank you Pam 💗
Jennifer, there is such a comfort to be found in celebrating Christmas each year. Christmas brings the comfort of our Savior, our Redeemer, sent to save us. And you are right, in the midst of all the challenges this world is facing at this time, Christmas brings comfort and peace and hope to our hearts!
Thank you Joanne! 🤗