Stepping Stones: Where Will You Put Christmas Tomorrow?

Transformational Tip
MERRY CHRISTMAS! Our prayers from Lighthouse Network to you is for a year of growing closer to God, maturing in your Christian walk (not just knowledge), and further developing the mind of Christ.

Today is a day of great celebration, remembering the greatest gift given to us. Many went to church yesterday or will go today. We will also celebrate today with those we love, exchanging gifts as symbols of our love, and making more memories and adding another chapter of Christmas traditions. But, to be honest with you, part of me gets angry about Christmas Day.

You see, as a Christian especially, we are so blessed that Christmas is really everyday…all 365 days a year, Christ and God’s grace is abundantly given to us. Every day is Christmas! Satan has put out a lie that all the other days are not special, are just ordinary at best, and often, are even terrible days. Unfortunately, we fall into the trap of believing those lies. Celebrating Christmas one day a year, I believe, allows people to enjoy it just one day, then carve it out of their life as they put it back in the attic with the Christmas tree ornaments, lights, wreaths, wrapping paper, table cloth and placemats, until the next Dec 25.

Today, make a commitment to yourself and God to not put Christmas away in the attic of your heart…keep it in the kitchen of your heart… accessible daily with the rest of your staples for surviving and living. Each day will have new meaning, your lenses will be more God-centered, and the goal of the mind of Christ will be much closer. Click here to share with the Stepping Stones community your thoughts on Christmas being everyday.

Prayer
Dear Father God, Christmas is beautiful and I am overwhelmed with Your love, gift, and death for me. Actually for me, a sinner like me. It is still so unbelievable that the King of Kings, Lord of Lords would actually die for me. I regret that I put Christmas away in the attic sometimes instead of living out of and in that joy daily. Help me see Your gift and presence daily, and to allow me to shine like a Lighthouse bringing Christmas to all those I contact, daily. I pray in the name of the star of Christmas, Jesus Christ; and all God’s children said - AMEN!

The Truth
But this I call to mind, and therefore I have hope: The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.
Lamentations 3:21-23
The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.
John 10:10
Consequently, he is able to save to the uttermost those who draw near to God through him, since he always lives to make intercession for them.
Hebrews 7:25
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18