MONTHLY THEME DECEMBER 2007

Rejoice, for to you a child is given.

As we prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ again this year, let us remember to be thankful for what his birth has meant to us all. We are reminded often about his death, and the terrible price he paid for our sins. We are reminded about his re-birth at Easter time, and that miraculous resurrection.

Let us focus this season on the simple conditions of his earthly birth. Although there is debate about the exact date and time and even the exact year of his birth, the various stories share some common facts. He was born in Bethlehem, in a manger. This is significant, especially with our modern world concept of hospital birthing rooms, prenatal monitors, c-sections, etc...Imagine for a minute that you or your spouse (or significant other) is about to give birth and instead of doing it in the “normal” environment, your in what amounts to a small barn with straw and animals around. Now consider that even though many of us see this as foreign, there are tens of thousands of children born in very similar conditions even to this day!

In many poor nations, especially among indigenous people the conditions today would be similar, or possibly even worse. There are also the wonderful stories of deliveries on the way to the hospital, or at home because they didn't have enough time to leave, or were snowed in etc.What does it say about our Saviour Jesus Christ, that he was born under such humble conditions? What does it say about our human family that we still allow these conditions to exist for our newest members?

I believe that the main message here is that it matters not from whence you came, it matters only where your going. No matter who you are, or where you came from, you are truly a child of God and are loved by your Heavenly creator! You have a mighty mission in this world and the conditions of your birth will not promise you success, nor will they prevent your success.

Start each day with a prayer that you can be the best you can be. Radiate Healing Loving energy into this world. Co-Create Heaven on Earth and give thanks for the example of Jesus and his teachings. Have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy Holiday Season.

In Jesus Way, Amen, Amen, and Amen.
Drv tekojchoe