Article Nov. 10.29.24  

It is the season of the year. I don’t mention this as the opportunity to seize but a reminder of the moment, as our Lord’s word says, “it is high time.” These are the months when we have a chance to invigorate our ever echoing call to extend ourselves in Jesus name and for the sake of the Gospel(a lingo I like to use, not unique, yet captures the need of the plum line in our wavering life).

It is simple yet challenging. We dare, have courage, consider being bold, when we know our intent is “in the name of Jesus and for the sake of the Gospel”. It is like no other time of the year when we get excited, supported, encouraged, cared for, all related to Thanksgiving/Christmas time. All that we do, can, will for the mission of “To share the love of our Lord Jesus Christ with our community through our prayers, words, and actions.” 

Could it be like holding/shaking hands? Whether it is a hand of our child, spouse, parents, friend, church family, co-worker, stranger, the  purpose  is key. Here, we are talking about intentionally making the seasonal(Christmas, that which we are promoting, is actually not only traditional but historical) greeting on various occasions connected with the sentiments of the season grown from divine compassion and longings of our soul.