Christmas Day

"The Redeemer will come to Jerusalem to buy back those in Israel who have turned from their sins,”
says the Lord.

"And this is my covenant with them,” says the Lord. “My Spirit will not leave them, and neither will these words I have given you. They will be on your lips and on the lips of your children and your children’s children forever. I, the Lord, have spoken!"

Isaiah 59:20-21 NLT

It's been a great Christmas Day. It's a time to celebrate the birth on earth of Christ our Redeemer. I have seen my children and my grandchildren and that is always a great time. 

Even while all are not exhibiting outward signs of following Christ, I trust His Word. And His Word tells us that He works on the heart. That is what I have been witness to this weekend. This is what I know to be Truth. His Word is the one constant that I can count on no matter what I see, hear, or feel. 

For years I have held on to God's Promises in Isaiah 54 - and especially verse 13, All your children shall be taught by the LORD, and great shall be the peace of your children. Taught by Him. I can already see it coming to fruition, so I have no doubt that His words will be on the lips of my children and my grandchildren forever. And I am rejoicing to see the day!

Prayer:

Father,

          Thank You for giving us Your Word to live by. It truly is a lamp unto our feet and a light unto our path. Thank You for giving us a standard of Truth that does not waiver or change, and yet is alive and powerful. Thank You for the many blessings You have given us and the provision You have made. In the words of the carol, Be near me, Lord Jesus, I ask Thee to stay. Close by me forever and love me I pray. Bless all the dear children with Thy tender care and take us to Heaven to live with Thee there. In Jesus' Name we pray. Amen