"The people who walked in darkness
have seen a great light;
those who lived in a land of deep darkness—
on them light has shined" (Isa 9)
somehow seems far away. That belongs to the Summer. But Jan is overjoyed over his Advent calendar. This simple little thing (filled with chocolate) is actually an important reminder. It made me thing again about Jul. And it is a reminder to us all.
It does not matter if it is 1 December. If there are tons of things to do. Plans to be made for the holidays. The despair I often feel at the brink of Jul, of the holiday season, does not really matter. What I do does not matter at all.
Why? The answer to to that is: Because Christmas is coming. Not Coca Cola. Not by my helping.
He is going to come. That is the only present I need. A real presence.
PS! A bit unrealistic though: I also think we should change the name in the Scandinavian languages from Jul to Kristmesse (Christmas. It such a better ring to it. Reminds of not only that it is a holiday season with the family, but why we take time with our families.
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Thanks for this reminder, John-Arne. My holiday season has started off with feelings of being overwhelmed mixed with the blues and some despair, too. Focusing on Christ and His unfailing presence is the best remedy. Wishes for a blessed Christmas to you and Jan!
PS: I miss our Kelly. If she hasn't left your place yet, please hug her for me.
I'm gonna be a blog commenter now that we're homies. :) So you better update regularly my friend!
Thanks Denise. Blessed X-mas to you too!
And Molly... have you noticed, I've added you to our list on our blog.
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