"Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously." 2 Corinthians 9:6
It was a great joy to have Christmas with my family yesterday. They gave generously and appreciated my very cheap little gifts.
Of course this is the same with Jesus. He gave us the spiritual gifts of love, peace and mercy, and gave up his life for our gain. We can only give back so little and, for me, it has been even smaller than for others because of my mental health.
The presents I got were all wonderful. From my father and stepmother I got the dress I am wearing in the photo and a lovely cat brooch also a pedometera, lavender hand cream, a book about religion and politics (Seven Ways to Change the World by Jim Ellis) and a diary. From my sister Elspeth I got a zigsaw puzzle and the book which has taken the world by storm Twilight by Stephenie Myer. From my sister Julia I got some soap and from my Nanna I got Island magazine.
I would also like to thank my friend Edwina for a poetry book, Debbie and family for a camera accessory, Debbie's daughter Jasmine for an animal calendar and my friend Raija for a kitten calender.
I would also like to thank all those people who wished me a Merry Christmas by text, email and cards. May God bless you all.
Christmas is usually my favourite time of year but this year I went to sleep for half the day. I'm not sure why I was so tired but it just happened. It was disappointing for me because I didn't get to spend as much time with my family as I wanted.
We were able to reflect together, however, on the details of Jesus' birth and what that means. Their opinions were different to mine. I am convinced that it was both an historical and spiritual event that changed the course of history. Because of this conviction I spent time in the morning in Bible study, reflection and prayer.
Anyway I hope you all had a great Christmas and I look forward to catching up with most of you in the next few weeks.
God Bless
Amber
Hi Amber! Merry Christmas! It's boxing day now and I've just read your two most recent posts. I'm glad you had a very happy christmas with your family and am excited for you about the idea of getting a new puss. Lots of love a weary Christmassed out Cath. xxoo
ReplyDeleteThanks Cath. I hope you had a great and generous Christmas too.
ReplyDeleteLots of Love
Amber
I like your blog - keep it up. I just read a few posts then. love yvonne
ReplyDeleteThanks Yvonne.
ReplyDeleteThe next post might interest you. It is about my Bible study on justice.
God Bless
Amber