Breathe, Mama!

We've all been there. You begin to feel overwhelmed and hurried and on edge, and then you get upset. And then you get upset with yourself for getting upset! This time of the year it is especially easy to get caught up in the rush and the to-do lists and you forget to do the things that matter most....love your family, savor the moments, and take time to remember the Reason for it all. I have found that when I find myself drowning in these emotions, if I will stop and just whisper the name of Jesus the power therein can instantly begin to set my mind to right again.

One of my favorite verses to cling to in the midst of swirling emotions is Psalm 94:19 (AMP). "In the multitude of my [anxious

] thoughts within me, Your comforts cheer and delight my soul!"

I hope you have a wonderful Christmas and that you remember to take time out to just sit in His presence. On Christmas morning, I challenge you, get up before the kids (I know!), and take a few minutes to sit quietly in the glow of the Christmas tree and give thanks to the Lord. This marks the day in history that He voluntarily laid aside His glory, humbled Himself to the infinite degree, and stepped into our world, knowing full well the pain that lay before Him. And He did it all for you!

Lastly I want to share this page from my devotional (Jesus Calling by Sarah Young). Hope it ministers to you as it did to me. Love you and Merry Christmas!!!