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I was in one of my favorite stores the other day picking up a few gifts when I saw one of their signs wishing customers “The Perfect Christmas”.

That’s a nice sentiment, but what does that look like?

Does it mean that everyone in the family gets along and acts just right on December 25th? Does it mean that the food is super delicious and everyone gets everything on their wish list?

Is a perfect Christmas all about living out a scene from your favorite holiday card or movie?

If that’s what Christmas boils down to, then we’re all in trouble my friends. That may be what the perfect commercial Christmas may look like, but last time I checked the first Christmas included:

• A young lady and her husband who had to travel far to the town of Bethlehem because of a census.
• The young mother had to lay her newborn son in a manger because there was no guest room available for her family.
• The guest list included some simple shepherds that were out in the field and dared to believe what an angel told them.

Doesn’t sound very perfect, right? And yet that is how God ordained for His One and Only Son Jesus to enter this world to save us from our sins and reconcile us back to Him.

I hope this helps put things in perspective.

Let’s try not to stress about getting everything “just right” this Christmas. Let’s remember the true meaning of Christmas. Jesus left all His riches in heaven to come live among us. He is “Immanuel” or God with us. Let’s rejoice over the best gift which is eternal life through Jesus Christ! Then every day can be Christmas!

Blessings to you and yours!

“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on David’s throne and over his kingdom, establishing and upholding it with justice and righteousness from that time on and forever. The zeal of the LORD Almighty will accomplish this” (Isaiah 9 :7).

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This week I’m celebrating my first year of blogging! Whether you’ve been reading all year long or are just joining me today, thanks so much for taking the time to stop by! If you’re visiting from a country outside of the United States, here’s an extra welcome to you!

I’m so excited that people in 13 countries have visited the blog over this last year! That includes people in Brisbane, Nigeria, Romania, London, Bangladesh, Philippines, and Brazil! That alone makes me want to celebrate!

Now that you’re here, I’d like to give you a little tour so you feel right at home. Here are a few tidbits:

• I usually update my blog on Monday afternoons. If you’d like to make sure you don’t miss any posts, please feel free to sign up to get them sent straight to your inbox for free. As a thank you, you will receive the free e-booklet I made with photos and lessons learned from the short-term missions trips I’ve been on. To sign up, click here.
• If you’re looking for more inspiration, feel free to check out the Fave Links page to find Inspiring Blogs, Encouraging Songs, and Motivating Books that encourage me.
• Please feel free to leave comments on the posts. Don’t be shy about joining the conversation. Your comments help to remind me that I’m not just talking to the air.
• You can also connect with me on Facebook, Pinterest, or on YouTube. You can e-mail me at info@miraculouslovely.com. Who doesn’t like to get friendly e-mail, right?
• There’s an archive of posts on the homepage so you can check out some of my older posts at your leisure.
•  If you are just starting your walk with Jesus, Congratulations! The Info for New Believers/Seekers page is especially for you!

I do pray you will be encouraged by what you find on my blog! I hope it will help you in your walk with the Lord. I hope you will come back often! Feel free to invite your friends as well! Blessings!

“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable–if anything is excellent or praiseworthy–think about such things.” (Philippians 4:8)

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