December 2009

I just want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Wow! How time flies. I am reminded, as I see the seasons change, and the shifting of the weather, even within the same season, that we live in a world that is always changing.

Life has a way of always keeping us on the edge of uncertainty. Leaving us wondering what's around the next corner. What is going to unfold in the next chapter of our lives.

This is the reality of life. But the significant thing is how we approach it.

Some I know are terrified by it. Always worrying and fretting, fearful and alarmed. Others see it as an adventure. Always embarking upon the unknown. While some shrink back, others have a growing excitement and expectation. Some become entrenched and bitter, while others look forward and have a calm assurance as they trust themselves into the hands of a loving, all powerful God who is in control.

At this time of year we celebrate Christmas, the coming of the Messiah, Jesus Christ. I am reminded that in an ever changing world that keeps us in the throws of uncertainty, there is One whose name is Jesus. One who is the same yesterday, today, and forever more.

He is referred to as the Rock, Solid Foundation, and Chief Cornerstone.

THIS IS NOT ALL THERE IS!!!

Christmas, in its true meaning, brings us hope no matter what season of life we are in. No matter what the uncertainties we may be facing.

Jesus offers a certainty of salvation and eternal life that is not subject to the changing tides of this life.

This is not all there is!!!

Jesus Christ did not come as a babe in a manger to create a Holiday! He came to establish His kingdom in each of us.

All else will crumble and fall, only His kingdom will stand forever more.

Are you a part of His kingdom?

Have you come to know Jesus Christ personally? Do you have the certainty of His presence and kingdom in your heart and life, so that the precipice of uncertainties do not move you?

Those whose feet are planted on the solid Rock, Jesus, will not be swept away.

May we all be reminded of what we have available to us in the Christmas story, and be encouraged by the message of the angels on that spectacular night that is for us today as well;

"Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all people... a Savior has been born to you; He is Christ the Lord."
(Luke 2:10-11)

Please continue to pray for the future of this ministry.

Rick Messer / Pastor of a church without walls