This year let’s embrace these in-between days as a sacred bridge—a gentle pause to acknowledge what has been, celebrate honestly, and anticipate what’s to come. In this shift, we place our shattered pieces and heavy burdens in His hands, thank Him for how He has cultivated a deeper faith, and step forward carrying tiny seedlings of hope.

The message of the Gospel is spoken by the angels to the shepherds right after their announcement that the Savior had been born, Christ the Lord (Luke 2:10–12). It wasn’t just exciting news; it announced the shattering of what had been as they broadcast the best news ever spoken...

Worship beings deep in the heart. It requires humility. It costs something. This Christmas, may we kneel in worship like those who first beheld the Savior. As we contemplate our gift to the King of kings, let us bring our treasures-time, love, generosity, and surrender-at His feet.