A Lonely Christmas

Christmas—the most wonderful time of the year! But what if it’s not?

A loved one’s passing, divorce, end of a relationship, military deployment—these are difficult circumstances to deal with. Difficult anytime but even more so during a holiday when we are supposed to be of good cheer.

Holidays often remind us of what we’ve lost. I miss my mom and dad and would love to spend time with them again. Memories are wonderful, but they don’t come close to the face-to-face encounters we once knew. We long to hear his voice, see her smile, or hold our loved one close. Our loneliness and heartbreak often seem too much to bear.

Several people I know lost a spouse or parent this year. If I am aware of your loved ones passing, please know I am praying for you this Christmas season. May you be filled with comfort and strength; receive healing for your broken heart; be consumed with peaceful thoughts; sense the Lord’s presence; and experience His joy.

Christmas is a wonderful time of the year when we consider who we are celebrating. The birth of our Lord and Savior. The one whose compassion for us never fails. He is with us now offering peace and hope. May we sense His loving arms wrapped firmly around us.

II Corinthians 5:14 says, “For Christ’s love compels us….” This means His love holds us tightly. Allow Him the opportunity to bring comfort to your hurting heart this Christmas season and always.

Please contact me through my website’s Contact page if you would like me to pray for you during this holiday season.