LIFE is far too precious. It’s fragile and fleeting. Don’t waste a single second. Take every chance you get to love more and give more.

It may sound easy, but it’s hard. Fear and shame get in the way. Our ego gets in the way. Our pain gets in the way.

The message of our Lord Jesus, born in a manger, tells us everything. 

Even almighty God can be fragile and vulnerable. Even our all-powerful Creator needs tenderness and care. This is how he reaches your heart.

You can do anything you want. You are free to choose. You can hurt and take — or you can give and love. The choice is yours.

The little baby tells us what choices lead to life. 

So he tells you: soften your heart. Here I am. Small. Vulnerable. Fragile. See how my Mother holds me. See how my Father guides me. Follow me.

May our Good Lord pour out his abundant blessings over you. May his mercy never stop healing your heart. May his Spirit transform every aspect of your life.

Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones.

You too are his precious, beloved child.