"My Light shines most brightly through believers who trust Me in the dark," -Dear Jesus.

I have come to really appreciate the daily devotionals from Jesus Calling by Sarah Young. Her insight, and sensitivity to the Holy Spirit's leading have spoken to me a great deal lately. It is amazing how God uses His Word and gifted writers to speak to so many of us on the same day, yet in such different circumstances. This book was recommended to me over a year ago, and it has just been in the past few months that I decided to check it out. I am thankful that I did.

Sarah Young also has a daily Christmas Devotional that can be sent to your inbox. This week's theme is Trust...I think I better pay attention :)
Here are a few excerpts from the first 3 days...
Day 1--"Try to view each day as an adventure, carefully planned out by your Guide. Instead of staring into the day that is ahead of you, attempting to program it according to our will, be attentive to Me and to all I have prepared for you...Trust that I am with you each moment, whether you sense My Presence or not. A thankful trusting attitude helps you to see events in your life from My perspective. A life lived close to Me will never be dull or predictable. Expect each day to contain surprises! Resist your tendency to search for the easiest route through the day..."

Day 2--"...Whenever you start to feel anxious, let these feelings serve as a warning that you're putting your trust in the wrong place. You need to stop listening to your worry-thoughts, and instead tell yourself the truth--that I am totally trustworthy. Then turn your attention to Me, saying: 'Lord, You're my refuge. I trust in You and I'm safe!'".

Day 3--"...As your thoughts centre more and more on Me, trust displaces fear and worry...Time spent with Me not only increases your trust; it also helps you discern what is important and what is not...As you walk close to Me, saturating your mind with Scripture, I will show you how to spend your time and energy..."

A few things to contemplate "...To what 'adventure' might God be calling you this Christmas season? What is He doing in your life right now that seems a little different, a little out of the ordinary, maybe even a little surprising? Make this a matter of prayer and ask the Lord what new thing He might want to do in your life this Christmas..."

I will try to keep updating on these devotionals.
Thanks also for your prayers for my mom. I am heading back down to NC next week to be with her and dad.