Posts about Holidays

As Martha’s brother, Lazarus, lay four days dead in a tomb, Jesus told her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in Me will live, even though he dies. And everyone who lives and believes in Me will never die. Do you believe this?” (John 11:25-26)

[As originally seen at Crosswalk.com] The Bible tells us that God is love. It declares He loved us first. It calls Him our first love. But when pain or troubles come into our lives, we might, in the deepest corners of our heart, wonder, “Is that really true? Does God really love me?” (1 John 4:8-19, Isa. 63:7-14)

[As previously seen on beliefnet.com] On January 6th, some Christians choose to observe Epiphany, a traditional church holiday commemorating the magi’s visit to Jesus. As believers, the concept of epiphany could also take on a larger context, one that lasts throughout the year.

For the “doers” among us, a New Year’s resolution can be motivating, even comforting really. We can do all the necessary things and make the resolution happen. Unless we can’t. What do we do about those things left… unresolved?

Cranberries may have made an appearance on your Thanksgiving table this year. Maybe as cranberry sauce to accompany your turkey or even added to your stuffing. But “cranberry season” is just warming up!

Christmas is a season of joy and celebration—but it can also become a source of stress if we’re not careful. The pressure to attend every event, buy endless gifts, and create picture-perfect moments can quickly overwhelm us, robbing us of the true spirit of the holiday.

[As previously seen on iBelieve] A few years ago, the flu hit a few members of our family right as Christmas break was starting. Plans of traveling out of state had to be canceled. Church festivities had to be skipped. Even Christmas morning traditions had to be adjusted. We were homebound for the holidays.

The holidays can be exciting and difficult at the same time, particularly for a Christian who is single. Even though there is a lot of happiness and celebration, loneliness or the need for company can also arise. Here are some pointers for making the most of this season rather than just getting by.