More Teaching at Christmas
Peace
Saint Nicholas of Myra (270-373) was an early Christian bishop from the city of Myra in Asia Minor during the time of the Roman Empire. That he loved children and was tremendously generous is widely accepted, and gave rise to the modern day tales of Santa Claus.
The Bible tells faith-centered leaders to live as optimists. This confidence is a spiritual character trait based on our trust in God. Joshua 1:9 promises, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed...”
Alexander Smith said “Christmas is the day that holds all time together.” The past, present and future all come together in one amazing, glorious, celebratory experience.
Do you enjoy decorating the outside of your house with lights for the holidays? In my neighborhood are dozens of homes with colorful wreaths and twinkling lights. But there is a strange fad occurring of late: families of lighted deer on front lawns.
When you think about Christmas and the birth of Jesus, there is no more amazing example of God’s perfect timing.
As leaders we all go through life and work holding to past regrets, those disappointments over lost or missed opportunities. We’re sad or repentant over things that we wish we had done differently.