A new day is a new chance from God. Be hopeful, be thankful, and keep moving forward. God is with you!❤️

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1 Corinthians 2:11 says, “For who knows a person’s thoughts except their own spirit within them? In the same way no one knows the thoughts of God except the Spirit of God.” There are times when it feels like God has gone silent simply because we aren’t hearing Him. But the question isn’t whether He’s still speaking—for God speaks again and again, though people do not recognize it (Job 33:14). The real question is whether we are slowing down long enough to sit in His presence and listen. We cannot continually know the thoughts of God unless we are continually in His presence. This is why we must choose to live in His presence every day. My Dad once said, “If you don’t start your day with God, then don’t complain to Him how it ends!” I think this is an important reminder that at some point everyone needs to hear! He desires to have communion with us, so the loss of communication is never on His end! Psalm 25:14 says, “The Lord is a friend to those who fear him. He teaches them his covenant.”

This weekend, let’s focus on real, intentional preparation for Christmas—not just the decorations, the gifts, or the meals, but our hearts. Here’s your challenge: 1️⃣ Reflect Daily: Spend 5 minutes each day thinking about what Jesus’ birth truly means for you. 2️⃣ Act of Kindness: Do one intentional act of love or service for someone else—no strings attached. 3️⃣ Gratitude List: Write down 5 ways God has shown His goodness to you this year. Share one in the comments! 4️⃣ Pray for Others: Lift up at least 3 people by name in prayer—friends, family, or someone in our community. 5️⃣ Focus on Jesus: Pick one holiday tradition and intentionally center it on Christ—let it point back to Him. Let’s enter this Christmas season with hearts ready, eyes fixed on Jesus, and hands open to serve. Comment below once you complete your challenge and encourage someone else in the community! 💛

As believers, it’s easy to get caught up in lights, gifts, and traditions—but what’s really at the center of your celebration? The truth is, December 25th isn’t commanded in Scripture. The holiday itself is neutral. What matters is the heart behind it. Are we celebrating Jesus, or just following cultural norms? Are our actions rooted in gratitude and worship, or performance and comparison? This season is a chance to reflect: ✨ Keep Christ at the center—through prayer, Scripture, and worship. ✨ Let traditions point back to the gospel, not distract from it. ✨ Give generously and joyfully, not out of obligation. ✨ Encourage others in their own faith journey without judgment. 💬 Share in the comments one intentional thing you’re doing this season to keep your heart focused on Jesus. Let’s inspire each other to celebrate with freedom, not fear—and to let every tradition point back to the Savior. Because at the end of the day, it’s not the holiday that saves—it’s the heart that follows Christ. https://youtu.be/nrnpz562MHI?si=Vsr6k43VZd0b4a2c