Into the Fire

I know I post this picture frequently around this time of year, but I love this picture. My childhood, unlike many others, was idyllic. Obviously not from an affluent family, we had real love. As I grew up, we became more "comfortable" and my dad advanced steadily in his job. Christmas still held the joy and wonder for me as time passed, and to this day I love Christmas and thank Jesus that He saw me through my personal rebellion later in my life and rescued me from myself. The splendor of Christmas remains for me. 

Father, you watched over me until it was time for me to make my choice. Jesus is the One, Savior of the world, my Lord and Savior, the Reason for the Season. Thank you is never enough. In the Name of Jesus, Amen.