Born

Just thinking about Christmas...the closer it gets it seems the longer my "to do" list seems to get when it should be getting shorter..

I was trying to regain my true focus for the reason for this season. So this morning, I put those errands aside for a few minutes and reflected on how complicated I was making things and how simple the framework of Christ was:

Christ was born in simple settings...he came to us from a simple background

He lived a simple life, he didn't need all the "stuff"

He dressed in simple clothes, what counted was what he wore in his heart

His friends were simple and ordinary, no airs, no requirements, no pressures

He ate simple food...no need for fancy prep.

He told simple stories in parables, stories that enriched life itself

He taught simple lessons...to seek him and love others...and didn't overstate simple principles

Though His life was simple.... his impact was rich, filled with depth, character, concern and commitment. Blessed are we who know HIM....love HIM....worship HIM...abide in HIM..

and share our stories of HIM!


I knew something was brewing in my thoughts and somehow I ended up with this "simple" poem in my head...



Jesus,

Born to be our Savior

Born to set men free

Born to be the blessing

For all mankind to see.



Born to forgive our trespasses,

Born to guide us along our way

Born to give us hope and comfort

As He blesses us each day.



Born to be our holy compass

Born to touch us with his grace

Born to lead us from temptation

While in this earthly place.



Born to be our overseer

Born to keep us in his sight

Born to brighten darkened pathways

As he leads us with His light!



Born to pour His grace upon us

Born to extend His fathers love

Born to give us peace and understanding

As we seek Him from above.



Happy Birthday Jesus!

May his blessings be upon you! Love, Cathy

Praise God wherever you are or whatever situation he has allowed you to be in ...for His glory will shine through!