Learning All The Time

I'm always amazed at the tidbits of information my children have. If I want to know about science or grammar, Tyler is usually my guy. History anyone? Ask Wes. Art, spelling, biography? Go see Maddie. And it's usually stuff I know I haven't formally "taught" them.

Life is so exciting for my children. They learn through programs on the History Channel; the read books; the play learning games; the talk with adults and other children; the ask questions and look up answers; they take care of pets, cook, clean and all the while learn.

So even though we're officially on Christmas break, my kids are still learning. And growing. Most exciting of all, is they find Jesus peeking around the corners of their lives, a part of it all.

So, what are you learning this holiday season? We're learning to relax, enjoy one another, play together, and experience life. And enjoy the joy of the Lord that slips in when we are learning all the time.

In the Fullness of Time

Every year when it hits Christmas, I turn to this passage in Galatians 4:4 to get a tingle. In the fullness of time, God sent his son! So often I think life is passing by, nothing much is happening. But the reality is that EVERY day matters! And, just when I think I've waited beyond my ability, God shows up!

During this Christmas season, I hope you find time to simply BE. Enjoy the time with God, having no expectations of him or of yourself. Regardless of the circumstances in your life, simply anticipate. And revel in the fact that in the fullness of time in your life, God acts.

Have a Christ-filled Christmas.