Merry Christmas, friends.  I sure did enjoy our celebration last Sunday.  Everyone took part and it was a fun time.  Thanks to all of you for helping to make it happen.   I take it for a sign of better things to come for our church.

Priscilla was having a tough time.  Pray for her healing.  We also missed having Deedee with us.  Keep her in prayer.  I did get to talk with her for a few minutes yesterday.

Next week I have something to share with you that has caused me to question a belief I have had for years about Christmas.  Yes, I think I was wrong, and since I shared one side with you before, it’s only right to share the other.  It’s good news.  It will strengthen your testimony.  Does it change anything?  Maybe not, but I think you will enjoy hearing it.  There is no one central verse, for this message, but there are a couple that should inform our attitude and conduct regarding this as well as other issues.

Romans 14:5:  One person regards one day above another, another regards every day alike. Each person must be fully convinced in his own mind.

1 Peter 3:15:  But sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you, yet with gentleness and reverence

Whether or how you celebrate is a matter of your own heart before God.  Whatever you do, be ready during this time of openness to share the good news with anyone who will hear it.

Y’all come!

Love you,

Larry