As we approach Christmas and the New Year and all things seem to get worse, not only in our personal lives but also in the world around us. Let us remember that there is a God who cares, yes, He cares in spite of what we all might be thinking. He was the One who caused Jesus to stop and heal the sick, the lame and the unloved. He was the One who caused Jesus to die for our sins and gave His only begotten Son so that we might have life. He was the One who caused Jesus to feed the 5000, as He saw that they were hungry and had not eaten.We as human beings we could be stubborn at times and refuse to listen to the counsel of God when He tries to correct our wrongs and tries to steer us in the right direction in order to do good and be kind. The result of what we are experiencing in the world today is a result of human greed, selfishness and self-centredness. We truly cannot blame God for our wrongs, after all when He tries to speak to us not to do wrong, majority do not listen, they go ahead and do what they believe is right to them but when all hell breaks loose and the world ends up in the mess that it is in now what do we do? We take the easy option and blame a loving and a kind God. He cares for us whatever our belief might be, He loves us just for who we are and He never ever accuses us of something we have not done. In spite of whatever we might be going through, though we wrongly judge Him, His love remains constant towards us.
Today my prayer is that we will remember those around us that are suffering, the ones whom Christ died for. As we celebrate Christmas let us take time to remember those dying in hospital, the little suffering children in different parts of the world, those who are lonely and have no one to visit them or give them any presents. Let us remember those who are being bullied and abused and find themselves helpless with nobody to defend their cause, let us remember our elderly, they too matter and God loves them in the same way that He loves us. Let us remember to give a smile even if we have nothing to give anyone. A smile does not cost a penny and it is valuable to those who need it, it is one of the best gifts we could give to someone. Let us remember to be kind to our neighbours and those around us.
As you give and consider others, may God bless you abundantly and enrich you. Whatever your fears and insecurities might be I pray that God will be the glory and lifter of your head. I pray that the peace of God that passes all understanding will guard and guide you and abide with you always. May His countenance shine upon you and continue to radiate not just on you but also on your family and friends. I pray that God will be with you and your loved ones and no matter what you might be going through remember there are others who might be going through worse than you are. If you are scared of losing your job at this very difficult time, may you find hope in that this moment of your life shall pass and another season of fruitfulness will come. Have hope and continue to stand strong. Fear not, believe and know that as long as there is a God in heaven, your season of pain, sorrow and hopelessness will pass away. May God uphold your hand and may He never leave you nor forsake you now and forevermore. I wish you a season of joy and happiness.
HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR.
(Written by Ladé, 2008 © All rights reserved.)
