Merry Christmas, friends! When I think of Christmas, my heart is drawn again and again to the verse in John 1 that says “the Word became flesh and dwelt among us.” This begins Jesus’ life of love lived in the flesh with us. It is amazing that our God would connect with us this way! It is life changing when we allow His love to define who we are. Let’s listen for the voice of Love this Christmas.
As we move into winter and the days become shorter, I like to light candles. I light one on the kitchen counter on school mornings to cheer our day. I light one at dinner as we gather together as a family to reflect on our day. And, of course, I light one whenever I simply feel like it!
Merry Christmas, from my kitchen to yours!
Do you prefer gingerbread or gingersnap cookies? Here’s a recipe that combines the best of both! It has the sweet flavor of gingersnaps, and rolls and shapes well like gingerbread. Here’s my Gingerbread Gingersnap Cookies recipe, as well as my Maple Frosting recipe to go with it!
There are many things that vie for our attention during the Christmas season! Each year, we like to create space for our family to remember who we are really celebrating. This year, we’re going to use these devotions I wrote a few years ago. I pray they encourage your hearts to draw near to Jesus this season!
