Hope Is a Person

Some days are just difficult.  There are not words to express what the heart feels. The pain is deep the sadness is real. Life comes after you sometimes, even in the midst of a joyful season around.  My thoughts are always with those for whom the holidays are not enjoyable.  They may be filled with memories of a relative who has passed away, memories of an unenjoyable family life, no memories of family at all, or just a barrage of feelings of inadequacy, chaos, or panic.  This is a season of hope. Jesus came to us in the broken world to show us what hope looks like. He became one of us in order that He could understand our pain and our sorrow.  He gets it. He is there. He is ready to listen. He is ready to pick you up and carry you. Let Jesus in a little closer this Christmas season.  Give Him the opportunity to speak to your soul as He so longs to do. He is a gentlemen, so ask Him in. In my personal times of sadness, loss, struggle, and panic, He has been my hope. He is my joy through tears. He is my strength. I want you to have Him too. Ask Him in.