Tag: jesus
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Six Gentle Ways to Reset Before the New Year

As we transition from Christmas, we find ourselves looking towards the New Year. It can bring excitement, apprehension, or both. Maybe this year was good to you, and there’s some grief in saying goodbye. Or maybe 2025 was difficult, and you find yourself bracing for the unexpected. Not surprisingly, I love the New Year —…
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When Love Arrives

An Advent Reflection Christmas has come! This year, our Christmas looks a little different, and next year’s will too. We’ve had doctor’s appointments, caring for a family member recovering from surgery, and navigating family gatherings. We ended Christmas Eve by attending our church’s candlelight service, where we lit candles and sang worship songs. It feels…
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Embracing Joy

An Advent Reflection As I sit and reflect on the last couple of weeks snow rests softly on our road and the houses in our neighborhood. Everything was canceled today because of it, and I am grateful. Sometimes we need to take a rest and embrace canceled plans. Today, we are observing Week Three of…