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From Rev. Brock Patterson
"Almost Christmas"
We’re Almost there. Christmas is so close we can almost taste it. We’ve already seen lots of it and the journey has been an adventure. Food, fuel, and occasional hurried trips to the restroom are just part of the trip this year. We dodged traffic and stopped to sightsee a little bit. Some of us even forgot a few items, not realizing it until too late, and we’ve just had to continue without these.
Yep, it’s Almost Christmas. It’s a familiar feeling and I’ve always treasured it. For me, the “Almost” is one of the most important parts of the Season. It’s that feeling of knowing that it’s gonna’ happen but trying to savor each moment before it arrives. Step on the brakes. Put down my feet. Take a picture and remember it. The Holiday Season provides us with an opportunity to experience something special without any question of whether or not it will happen.
We know Christmas is Almost here. Yes, we can doubt it as much as we want. We can be a Scrooge, Grinch, or Scott Farkus. We can throw things at the TV, stomp our feet, or honk our horns at all the slow cars. But still, no matter what, Christmas is Almost here.
For some of us, the journey has been easy. For others, it’s been especially difficult. But either way or somewhere in between, God has been with us for each moment. If we haven’t recognized God’s presence this Holiday Season, that’s okay. Don’t give up! We are Almost there and God is with us.
These last few steps are special. “The Almost” includes powerful moments, so consider pumping the brakes a little bit. Slow down and experience something so awesome that nothing in the world can stop it.
Thank God! It’s Almost Christmas!
God Bless, Rev. Brock
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