Hello December! I’m glad you’re here. You’re the last month of 2020. The next few weeks are dubbed the most wonderful time of the year. I’m praying we’ll see that side of you. You have 31 glorious days to show it. Please end on a good note. For. Us. All. Most of us could use a break.

What if divisive political rhetoric became productive communication?

Imagine if the search for a safe COVID-19 vaccine turned into a well-dispensed reality?

Add in relief from any other causes of stress and this month could mark the breakthrough many of us have been praying for. I can almost picture it now. And yet, although “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” is the title of a song, the wonder of this season is not dependent on the calendar. It is completely due to the Savior.

“For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” (Isaiah 9:6 NLT)

Ultimately, the power to rule rests on Christ’s shoulders. Our pandemic and personal concerns are in the care of our wonderful, mighty, everlasting, peace-giving God. It has me singing another tune: ” Joy to the World.”

With all the experiences this year that have broken our hearts, changed our schedules or challenged our faith, “Joy to the World” still matters. Maybe this year, it matters even more. I’m sharing a few reasons why on The Empowered Women Faith Club’s blog.  I’d love for you to join me there for “Why Joy to the World Still Matters.”