How Can I Rejoice this Christmas in the Midst of Troubles?
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How can I rejoice this Christmas in the midst of troubles?
The birth of Jesus was the greatest plan of God for humankind, yet it happened during a time of turmoil. The timing, at least as far as we saw, was nothing short of horrible. The Palestinians were being invaded by the Romans, there was civil unrest everywhere. Mary was pregnant and not by her betrothed, which could have easily translated to either a death sentence or divorce. Could the timing be any more worse?
1. What is something that occupies your thoughts and worries you right now?
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Yet, in the midst of everything, Mary was confident. Why? Because of the Holy Spirit.
“And the angel answered her, ‘The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you;” Luke 1: 35
The Holy Spirit has the power to change us. It can turn the tide around by giving us a godly perspective that no one else can take away from us. It allows us to let go of our problems in order to focus on God instead.
This was how Mary was able to rejoice. Because she knows that it wasn’t about her problems, her situation, and her life anymore—but it was about her Saviour who she needed the most. All it took was faith to believe in the power the Holy Spirit.
You can also have access to the power of the Holy Spirit. Not just this Christmas, but every day of your lives. You simply have to ask the Holy Spirit to come to your aid. After all, that’s why He’s called our “Helper.”
2. Write here a prayer, asking for sensitivity to the Holy Spirit and the ability to trust in His guidance.
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“For nothing will be impossible with God.” Luke 1: 37
Let’s Pray.
Dear Heavenly Father,
Thank You for giving us access to Your Spirit here on Earth. Despite whatever it is we are facing right now, we just trust in your goodness and faithfulness to us all these years. Lord, we pray that we will be more sensitive to the Holy Spirit’s guidance as He leads us into our destiny in You.
Lord, help us too . . .
Not fear the situation we’re in, but trust in Your Will.
Not be embittered by the troubles we face, but be joyful in Your Presence this Christmas.
Not be worried about our future, but be excited in all that You have to offer us.
This we pray in Jesus’ Name, Amen.
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