Written on Christmas morning 2015.
As I sit, and contemplate this Christmas morning, on the “reason for the season”, I am immediately mindful of how I have experienced Jesus in my life this last week in particular. How easy it is to ignore the little things. How easy it is for us to forget the true meaning of Christmas. Emanuel-God is with us. God loves us so much and He is constantly showing us this love in little ways. Ways in which if we are not paying attention, then we will miss them completely.
It was Tuesday morning as I sat outside the courtroom awaiting the judge’s decision regarding the custody of my daughter. My morning had started off in praise and continued that way until I walked through the doors of the courthouse. I was scheduled for an 8 o’clock hearing but upon arrival I saw that It would not be until 9am, so I sat and waited in the corridor. As you know waiting can be agonizing at times, well; this was very true for me that morning. I remember constantly eying the clock, and I found myself thinking about all the things my daughter’s father had said about me in response to my accusations against him in this matter. I started to feel anxious, and discouraged, and then something wonderful happened.
An attorney sat next to me and said “Don’t be anxious, it’s just words. God be with you.” Then he got up and walked away. At that moment I was so encouraged. I felt like I could breathe freely, and I walked into that courtroom like a boss. I knew God was with me, and I knew everything would be okay.
Once inside I waited for what seemed like hours, and was one of the last ones to be called on. Up until this point the judge had not been very friendly, and was denying the majority of requests, so I started to worry again. He called my name shortly before lunch, and immediately ruled in my favor, making adjustments upon my request, no questions asked. Then as I was leaving he proceeded to thank me for coming in. Wow! My heart was so full of joy and excitement in the outcome that I completely forgot about what had happened before going in. In just a matter of hours I had forgotten how the Lord had spoken directly to me through that kind man.
Was I thankful? Yes, of course I was, and my heart sang praises all the way home, but, I had forgotten about the love He had so thoughtfully bestowed on me that very morning. It was not until the next evening, during communion with the Lord, that I was reminded of it.
My prayer for you this Christmas day is that you remember His love for you amongst all the cheer, and family bustle, as joyful as it can be. How has He shown you His love lately? As one of my pastors put it: how have you experienced Jesus in this season? Lets take a moment now to reflect on the little things, and I assure you, you will see Him in all of it; for He is here with us. As you sit quietly, and ponder these things, imagine Jesus sitting next to you. Reach out your hand to hold His and be ever flooded by His love. Emanuel: God is with us.
Love in Him,
Marjorie Saylor
12/25/15
Merry Christmas
It was Tuesday morning as I sat outside the courtroom awaiting the judge’s decision regarding the custody of my daughter. My morning had started off in praise and continued that way until I walked through the doors of the courthouse. I was scheduled for an 8 o’clock hearing but upon arrival I saw that It would not be until 9am, so I sat and waited in the corridor. As you know waiting can be agonizing at times, well; this was very true for me that morning. I remember constantly eying the clock, and I found myself thinking about all the things my daughter’s father had said about me in response to my accusations against him in this matter. I started to feel anxious, and discouraged, and then something wonderful happened.
An attorney sat next to me and said “Don’t be anxious, it’s just words. God be with you.” Then he got up and walked away. At that moment I was so encouraged. I felt like I could breathe freely, and I walked into that courtroom like a boss. I knew God was with me, and I knew everything would be okay.
Once inside I waited for what seemed like hours, and was one of the last ones to be called on. Up until this point the judge had not been very friendly, and was denying the majority of requests, so I started to worry again. He called my name shortly before lunch, and immediately ruled in my favor, making adjustments upon my request, no questions asked. Then as I was leaving he proceeded to thank me for coming in. Wow! My heart was so full of joy and excitement in the outcome that I completely forgot about what had happened before going in. In just a matter of hours I had forgotten how the Lord had spoken directly to me through that kind man.
Was I thankful? Yes, of course I was, and my heart sang praises all the way home, but, I had forgotten about the love He had so thoughtfully bestowed on me that very morning. It was not until the next evening, during communion with the Lord, that I was reminded of it.
My prayer for you this Christmas day is that you remember His love for you amongst all the cheer, and family bustle, as joyful as it can be. How has He shown you His love lately? As one of my pastors put it: how have you experienced Jesus in this season? Lets take a moment now to reflect on the little things, and I assure you, you will see Him in all of it; for He is here with us. As you sit quietly, and ponder these things, imagine Jesus sitting next to you. Reach out your hand to hold His and be ever flooded by His love. Emanuel: God is with us.
Love in Him,
Marjorie Saylor
12/25/15
Merry Christmas
His Precious Daughter 