The Prince of Peace

     The news noted that people were out in droves buying up gifts. But after spending a day resting on the couch watching Christmas movies, the overall theme of Christmas seemed to be relationships with people. None of the shows were about finding and purchasing the best gift ever. One movie after another was about men meeting women and falling in love, children renewing relationships with estranged parents, and families sharing memories and miracles. 

     Pas. Charles Stanley preached about relationships today as well. http://www.intouch.org He asked his congregation how many of them loved the Bible and do they then show it by spending time daily in the Word. In other words, as Christians we may talk about loving God and yet spend little, if no time, getting to know Him through His word and building a relationship with Him. 

     Dr. Stanley's sermon was called Jesus: The Prince of Peace. He made the point that once we have asked Jesus into our lives to be our Savior and Lord we can live in peace. The peace that surpasses all understanding does not come from any other person, place, or thing, except from faith and trust in a baby sent by God to be a sacrifice for all mankind. 

Thanks to my friend for her generous gift of flowers and her time!

Phil. 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! ⁵ Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. ⁶ Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. ⁷ And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.