Okay, I'm into slowdown mode. It's December 23rd, the presents are bought (most are wrapped), it's cold outside, and time to quit working. It's a time for Christmas movies, football, lots of food, family and friends...and above all, it's time to celebrate Jesus. We love watching the nativity section of the old mini-series, "Jesus of Nazareth". Of course, a good Christmas Eve service is essential.
When you travel in ministry like we do, there is something intensely spiritual about staying home. Kim and I are looking forward to this next week of enjoying family, friends, home, and Jesus.

Kim and I just returned from a wonderful Christmas concert performed by the Terre Haute Children's Chorale. Our good friend, Anita Gambill directs this talented group of children. Accompanied by a local bell choir, it was a great evening of listening to Christmas music.
There is something very special about children's voices. An innocence and purity is projected. When children sing about the birth of Jesus, it takes the celebration to a new level. While at the concert, I briefly closed my eyes (I didn't want others to think I was sleeping) and found myself thinking about singing angels, shepherds, and a stable outside Bethlehem. Children singing to The Child. It's what Christmas is all about.