The Hustle and Bustle

As we head into the holiday season, I am reminded of the anticipation and hope of Christmas.  There are so many traditions and memories, all of which make this time of year special. The trick for me is keeping myself grounded and not running myself into the ground.  There are so many opportunities to get together with friends and family, presents that can be bought, treats that can be baked, and decorations to be put up. It's easy to get caught in the busyness trap. I tend to say yes to many things at this time of year. The way I keep myself from feeling burned out is that one, I keep the main thing the main thing. This is really all about Jesus. When I'm feeling overwhelmed, I focus on Jesus.  The second thing I do is those things that I say yes to are the ones that are life-giving.  They are my spirit fillers.  Instead of saying yes to the things that drain me, I keep returning to those things that God has given me that make my spirit overflow during the season. I pray that as you enter this season, you find those things that help you keep the main thing the main thing, and that you do the things that make your cup runneth over.  Christmas time's a-comin'!