Sunday, December 2, 2018

Dear God,

I just feel it in my bones, my heart, mind and soul too.  I feel your spirit rising inside me.  It is Advent.  As a pastor, I preached on making one's self ready for Christ to come again.  I said all the right and good things to challenge my flock to make ready.  The truth is it is all true.  When you want to arise anew in our lives at Christmas time, you let us know something is amiss, something is stirring and I feel it, I really do feel it.

I purchased the Christmas tree today, 9', the tallest ever.  The scent of pine began filling the room and I breathed deeply.  For me it is not a commercial holiday, rather it is a spiritual event, faith becoming flesh, love, mercy and grace all wrapped up in one.

I am excited.  My anticipation is growing.  You are coming.

Thank you
for Advent,
for Christmas
and Epiphany.
Thank you
for your promises
to come,
to be real
and to bless.
Help me share
your light
with others
this season,
I pray.

Love, Andrea