Message from Pastor Tim

Christmas blessings and peace unto you through our Lord, Jesus Christ!
 

Chances are by the time this letter reaches your doorstep you will have already trimmed your tree, hung your stockings, wrapped most of your Christmas gifts, attended several parties, and watched any number of your favorite Christmas specials. Too, chances are you have not truly set aside time to reflect upon the Christ child, the one Isaiah proclaims as the Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace.

It is easy to get caught up in the splendor of the season and not notice the peace of God that has been given to us, particularly since we journey through many dark and perilous valleys throughout the year. No wonder then our souls are flooded with so many great experiences of the season; the splendor of Christmas offers hope and rest from the daily weary travels of the valleys we face.
 

But, have you noticed that the splendor of Christmas only gives us a temporary reprieve from our valleys. Once the season is over and the music, lights, and attractions are packed away, we are faced with the darkness we first left behind at the start of the season. Where then shall we seek peace?

Truth be told, our peace can only be found in the Christ child who with this justice and righteousness brightens our dark path and establishes his glory within our hearts. It is for this reason he was sent and why we are to claim him as our Lord and Savior. So, have you gone to the where they have laid the Christ child? Have you offered your life to his reign? Have you searched for his peace?
 

Blessed are those who have the peace of God upon them! Blessed are those who know the Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace! My prayer for you is that your journey may be filled with the true peace of Christmas – Emmanuel: God with us, revealed in us!

Christmas blessings and peace unto you through our Lord, Jesus Christ!

　

　

Yours in the journey,

　



 

Pastor Tim