Christmas is such a beautiful season filled with love, joy, and the spirit of giving. But let’s be honest—those last days before Christmas can feel like a whirlwind. Many of us wonder, Have I given my kids enough gifts? I’ve been there, staying up late wrapping presents, worrying if it’s enough.

I love this Psalm! I picture the Israelites on their way to the temple, preparing their hearts for worship and an encounter with the Living God. This Psalm is so full of joy, gratitude, confidence, and hope. It makes me wonder what life was like for the Psalmist when it was written.

Let us not allow movements of hate to transform us but let us transform others through the expression of the core elements of the gospels. Love your neighbor as yourself. Love your enemies. Help the needy. Do not judge unless you want to be judged. Finally, treat others the way you yourself want to be treated.

Consider joining an adult trip to Honduras from January 27 through Feb 3, 2025. We will return to Ojo de Aqua to continue our work, build chicken coops, and prepare the old school building for a new sewing center. The village has been a…