Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | January 2, 2026

When Open Doors Invite Faith

“Send out your light and your truth; let them lead me…”  Psalm 43:3a (ESV)

A tiny bead of light shone through the crack in the door.  You could barely see it yet in the fullness of dark, this one ray was just enough for me to find my way into the house.  Despite its unfamiliarity, I felt across mid-wall and flipped the switch.  Guessing was no longer required.  Light streamed from the ceiling illuminating what was once dark and unknown. A peaceful rush fell over me as fear seeped out.

None of us like going into a dark house, dark room or dark night.  Why?  Simply because we can’t see. And when we can’t see, our minds imagine all kinds of things lurking in the shadows.  Uneasiness and anxiety overtake us as we step back afraid to move forward.

Darkness doesn’t have to be black to keep us paralyzed in place.  Webster defines darkness as a gloomy, depressed state.  A lack of knowledge or enlightenment.  Our soul can find itself wandering aimlessly afraid to venture beyond because we are desperate to know the outcome first.  Not exactly how it works in this life.

Isn’t that what faith is really all about?  Believing and trusting God in faith not knowing all the details and definitely not knowing how it will all play out.

Love the way God gives us a tiny beam of light shining through doors barely cracked.  Inviting us to exercise faith in Him without full disclosure.  Holding tight to answered prayers instead of caving into fear and uncertainty.  We will miss those moments if we choose to allow whirlwinds of unhealthy talk swirl in our heads.  Caught off guard that an impossibility might just happen, we can zero in on the dark or gravitate toward the light.

Witnessed this the other day when God answered big prayers.  He paved the way with little beams of His light opening doors presumed closed.  Problem was the unknowns loomed large and the enemy seized those moments to raise up every question under the sun.  Weighty burdens God never intended.  His yoke is easy….not heavy (Matthew 11:28-30).  When we are caught up in the emotion of uncertainty and fear attempting to figure it all out never serves us well.

Rather than succumb to the enemy’s tactics, we can choose to embrace the light, welcome the slightest opening of a door and trust His leading to walk us through.  No, we want have all the answers or see into the future to manipulate the present. But we will have the Holy Spirit leading and guiding us each step of the way.  And as we move in obedience, faith and trust in God, He will illuminate our path.  His light will cover the darkness and peace will be our closest companion.

Paralysis or moving forward – the choice is up to us.

“Father, how blessed we are to know You are the opener of our doors and even the slightest crack can lead to the greatest blessings if we choose to trust You.  Help us to dismiss the enemy’s lies and hold tight to the truth of who You are – a good, good Father.”

 

For His Glory

Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | January 1, 2026

Making It Through Successfully

“The Lord says, “I will guide you along the best pathway for your life.    I will advise you and watch over you. Many sorrows come to the wicked, but unfailing love surrounds those who trust the Lord.”     Psalm 32:8,10  NLT

How in the world can a girl get through this life successfully when there are thousands of unknowns ahead of us? Obviously, our human minds can’t know the best path to take. And if this were a problem for only young women, I would have it made, but I still face the same dilemma in the later years of my life. Am I doing what God wants me to do? Where does He want me to go? How can I use my time and strength to the best advantage?

We’ve all been told that God only shows us one step at a time. Sometimes it’s hard to trust Him for the next step, not knowing where it all will lead, but look at verse 8. He promises to not only guide you for the best pathway for your life (a custom-designed plan just for you by an all-knowing, crazy-in-love-with-you God) but to watch over you as you go. This speaks of continuing guidance and protection as we walk the path He shows us. It’s an ongoing watchfulness. No matter what decisions you face, no matter your uncertainty about your ultimate destination in life, God is watching over you as you read this. He will still be watching over you tomorrow, and the day after, and the day after that.

Most of us have had many people watching over us and guiding us from our youth, starting with parents and teachers. Then there were guidance counselors, career counselors, aptitude tests to tell us what kinds of jobs would suit us, and psychological tests to determine what slot our personality fits in. But there has never been a guide like the Lord, who knows our hearts and can see into the future.

He will guide you along the best pathway for your life. He said so in verse 8. He will lead you away from entrapment in sin. When He takes you on a detour you think is a mistake, it’s quite likely a side trip to enrich you and strengthen your character. Maybe He’s positioning you to meet people who will have a major impact on your life, or you on theirs.

And when you feel you have failed, God still has a plan. This is the God who loves you unfailingly, who shows His unfathomable hesed each day, who will never leave you or forsake you. He truly has your best interest at heart. Truly.

“Father, often the path You show us is scary or uncomfortable, and we are tempted to choose another way that seems easier. But we pray for strength and courage to obey Your voice and thank You that You are always there, guiding and watching over us.”

For His Glory

 

Cherie Williams (cherieharbridgewilliams.com)
TRBC Women’s Life

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | December 31, 2025

New Year’s Evolution

“The Law of the Lord is perfect, restoring the soul; The testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple.” Psalm 19:7

If you’re a New Year’s Resolution kind of person, then during this week between Christmas and New Year’s Day you may be mulling over the changes you’d like to make in 2026 (still hard to believe another year has come and gone!). Perhaps you’ll write a list to post on your fridge or tuck away in a drawer. Maybe you’ve purchased a fresh journal in which you’ll decree your “to-dos” and “not-to-dos” for the year, with the intention to fill its pages with your 365-day journey. Or maybe you’re a “word-of-the-year” person—choosing a single word for 2026 to intentionally drive your thoughts, words, and actions.

Maybe, though, you think New Year’s Resolutions are for the birds, and January 1 is simply a flip of the digital calendar page.

Whatever your perspective on one year’s end and another’s beginning, time is undeniably ticking for all of us—whether you’re 18 or 88. And life’s passage requires growth and development. In fact, as followers of Jesus Christ, we Christians are made to be transformed. At the moment of salvation (surrender to the work of Jesus on our behalf), we are made new creations (2 Corinthians 5:17)—the old nature passes away as we are forgiven and set free from the shackles of sin. Then, our life task is to be continually conformed into the image of Christ, day by day. To progress in holiness and righteousness, through the power of the Holy Spirit living in us, as we walk through this life toward heavenly glory (Romans 8:29; 2 Corinthians 3:18). We are called to spiritual evolution.

But how do we accomplish this? We have all the instructions we need in the Bible! God’s Word is a light to our path (Psalm 119:105), our sustenance (Matthew 4:4), the truth (John 17:17), purposeful (Isaiah 55:11), and eternal (Isaiah 40:8; Matthew 24:35;). God’s Word teaches, corrects, and equips us (2 Timothy 3:16-17; Hebrews 4:12). And that’s just the start. For a full description of the power of God’s Word, check out Psalm 119!

Reading and meditating on God’s Word keeps us focused on truth—it informs us who we are in Christ, what is right amid this upside-down world, how to keep from falling prey to the enemy’s schemes. God’s Word is powerful—in fact, “by the Word of the Lord the heavens were made” (Psalm 33:6). And it will convert, convict, console, and conform us. Most importantly, God’s Word keeps us from believing the pervasive cultural lies that constantly bombard us. Through reading and studying the Bible, our minds are renewed daily and stay clear, rather than being dulled and lulled into succumbing to the wide path of worldly ways. It’s so much easier to go with the flow than to swim upstream. But God’s Word roots us in truth, strengthening us to stand firm and walk in wisdom—not as a fool.

So, for 2026, consider making a New Year’s evolution—a commitment to grow deeper in your faith and knowledge of God through the study of His Word. Day by day, plunge into the amazing Truths laid out for us from Genesis to Revelation. I promise, sweet friend, whatever your personal vision for next year may be (or even if you don’t do resolutions at all), if you consume the Daily Bread of the Bible each day, you will be changed for the better. And, if you haven’t yet experienced the freedom offered by Jesus Christ—reconciliation with God, forgiveness, and new life—why not make today that day? There’s no better way to kick off the New Year than with an entirely new you.

“Lord, Your Word is a lamp unto my feet and light unto my path. Thank You for clearly providing your pure and powerful Truths so I can walk in wisdom, live with righteousness, and experience Your peace.”

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Julianne Winkler Smith
TRBC Women’s Life

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | December 30, 2025

When Obedience Goes Wrong

“He (Jesus) replied, “Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and obey it.”  Luke 11:28 (NIV)

Stunned. I couldn’t believe my ears. That someone would say such things. Immediate hurt, confusion, disbelief. Alternatives were considered with prayer paramount. Godly counsel suggested the Matthew 18 approach. Phraseology rehearsed and executed with precision. Textbook outcome. Until the next time. And the next time. Obedience is met with opposition and unmet expectations. It all went terribly wrong. I mean wrong. Terribly. The result is not only broken relationships, but broken hopes, and seemingly an erosion of everything worked for.

I wonder if you’ve found yourself in a similar situation. As you rush towards an opportunity, the door suddenly slams. Misunderstanding and a friendship never really return to intimacy. An unexpected change and the well-honed plan is trashed.  The sting of rejection, abandonment and fear can crowd in and crowd out the Spirit’s voice of comfort.

As I’ve learned, obedience doesn’t mean that it will go my way. From our position of love, we strive to be obedient to our Lord. We know well His dictates to live in unity, to endure hardship, to die to self. Are we ready when moments of testing present themselves?

“Trust is our gift back to God, and He finds it so enchanting that Jesus died for love of it” (Brennan Manning). I am sure there are many lessons to learn and develop in my trial. At a whim, He is able to re-direct my course of action for I have chosen that He establishes my steps. Welcome is He to show Himself faithful to others through my brokenness. He knows the big picture, the intertwining of the pieces and how He will receive the maximum glory. At the core of it all is to establish my ability to trust God and to declare His Lordship in my life. When obedience seems to have gone wrong, I must decide to remain in the trial as a further act of obedience.

Rather than withdraw from my Creator, I must resolve to press into Him. Prayers uninhibited by unrepented sin. My heart is open before the Lord and receptive to His comfort, correction and care. To love Him at all costs, serve Him with all fervor and remain steadfast to the truths He has presented before me. Ways not exhibited by the world, but devotion exemplified by Christ on the cross.

“Father, may I go forward in obedience knowing You have a plan and purpose for all. In Your wisdom, You are refining this vessel and making it useful for Your glory.”

For His Glory,

Kathryn Hayman
TRBC Women’s Life

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | December 29, 2025

Seeking Balance

“Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the LORD that will stand.” Proverbs 19:21 (ESV)

Exercise is one of my fave things to do. Why? Because I feel so much better when I’m finished. However, getting started sometimes is a challenge especially if I miss a few workouts. Several years ago when my gym was closed working out required some creativity. While trying yoga has never been at the top of my list, I decided to check it out with an online class. At first, I just didn’t get all those poses and slow going was not my style. Determined to stick with it, I gradually realized the importance of achieving precision in all those crazy nonessential moves. The benefits of flexibility, strength and balance finally kicked in.

Balance in our lives is a lot like my yoga class. When I started this routine, I thought I had great balance. As I progressed through the poses, I learned my balance was not so good. Too many days, I barely missed toppling over in the floor twisted like a pretzel. Funny to say the least, but isn’t that the way we view personal balance. I tend to go towards the “I’ve got this” response until I take a close look at my calendar.

Burnout, exhaustion and missed opportunities all align themselves with imperfect balance. Easier to dismiss than to face. We push ourselves to the very edge of toppling over until we realize balance is definitely off. Great way to gain personal balance is to start by asking ourselves some deep questions:

Where does God fit into our 24/7?
What is consuming our time and focus?
How can we avoid exhaustion and burnout?
Does our calendar reflect nonnegotiable time for Bible Study and prayer?
Do the events penciled in our calendar accurately reflect our priorities?
How do we exercise good self-care?
What areas of our lives are out of alignment with God’s best?

Truthful answers will ensure we know what areas of our lives are unbalanced and which ones are hitting the mark. Doesn’t take much to throw us off – a few interruptions, family crisis, work deadlines, ignoring our own needs, skipping Bible Study, etc. The key is to recognize our instability and seek God’s help to get back on track. Bringing our schedule to Him each week and asking for His guidance will ensure we exercise flexibility and strength in both our physical and spiritual lives. And the lasting benefit will be a life balanced and focused on God’s agenda.

“Father it is so easy to get sidetracked, overloaded and simply off course. Cultivate within us a desire to surrender each day to You and help us to welcome Your guidance in keeping our lives balanced.”

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Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | December 26, 2025

Lost Opportunity

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.  Proverbs 3:5-6”  (NKJV)

These verses about trusting the Lord and the promised benefit have been one of my “go-to” scriptures for a long time. You can imagine how thrilled I was to recently hear my three-year-old great-granddaughter lisping through the phone: “Twust in the Lawd with all your hawt…” She recited the whole thing perfectly. I was astonished. Thanks to a godly mother working with her, she will remember that verse all her life.

As I flipped through the channels on my TV today, I happened to come across a 1942 black and white movie about Dagwood Bumstead. I first knew Dagwood as a cartoon character I read in the newspaper every day as a child. In this movie, he had been drafted into the Army to fight in World War II. Upset about being drafted, he said, “I would rather serve my country in my way.”

Isn’t that the same thing we sometimes say to God when He taps us on the shoulder and points us to a particular task He wants us to do? “I’d rather serve You in my way.”

Being asked to do something out of our comfort zone can be unnerving. But what about trusting the Lord with all our hearts?

I confess that recently the Lord whispered into my heart something He wanted me to do, and I had only seconds to decide whether to do it or not. Everything in me wanted to do it, but I thought it might cause the other person to think less of me, so I backed off. Seconds later, she drove away and the opportunity was lost. I don’t even know her name.

Ever since then, the Lord has been speaking to me. What did I miss? What did that other person miss? If I had trusted the Lord with all my heart, how would the future have changed? Would it have even mattered if the other person had thought less of me? Jesus suffered scorn; so why couldn’t I?

I can’t see down the road with my limited human brain, but God can, and I should have trusted Him.

I have been grieving over that decision ever since. I have asked for His forgiveness and asked that He would send someone else to do for her what I should have done. And I have purposed in my heart to obey the voice of God when He calls on me again.

“Father, we ask forgiveness for the times we failed You. Strengthen us to stand firm in our decision to trust You with all our hearts, because we can’t do it in our own human power.”

  

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Cherie Williams (www.cherieharbridgewilliams.com)
TRBC Women’s Life

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | December 25, 2025

Glorious Awe

“Therefore let us be grateful for receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, and thus let us offer to God acceptable worship, with reverence and awe.” Hebrews 12:28 (ESV)

Cold, frosty morning standing in line at Starbucks. Caught the twinkle in little eyes at the mention of Santa. Warm Java satisfying parents – expected Christmas joy exciting toddlers. Hopeful promises of gifts around the tree decked with lights. Innocence believes………eyes wide open in awe on Christmas morn.

Cries in a stable. Pain births life. Mary and Joseph cradling the very Son of God in their arms. Wrapped in swaddling clothes nestled in hay. Everything Mary pondered in her heart quieted in the wonder of the moment. Innocence believes……eyes wide open gazing on the Christ child.

Beautiful sight – starry night. Shepherds watching their flock. Years of expecting…patiently waiting for the Messiah’s birth. Angels appearing – singing glory to God in the highest – proclaiming the Son of God is born. Innocence believes….. eyes wide open that first Christmas morn.

An unexpected journey. Seeking to find the promised One. Traveling from afar. Overjoyed beyond measure. Face down, bowed low worshipping the young boy. Presenting their best gold, frankincense and myrrh. Innocence believes….eyes wide open in the presence of the King.

Hopeful, pondering, expectant, overjoyed……where does Christmas find us this year? Is our hope found in the Christ child? Does pondering cultivate doubt or deepen our trust in God’s sovereignty? Have our unrealistic expectations quieted our praise? Has an unexpected journey taken us far – desperately seeking?

Eyes wide open….believing….trusting….hoping. Isn’t that how we remember Christmas? The heart and innocence of childlike faith captivated by the Christmas story. Sitting on the edge of our seat taking in every detail mesmerized at the wonder of His birth. The glorious awe of Jesus presence into our world on Christmas morning still breathes life and peace into the souls of man.  Hope faded is reignited.  Trust diminished begins to flourish.  Joy once silent breaks out in song  – “Oh holy night, a thrill of hope the world rejoices – Christ is the Lord, O praise His name forever.”

“Father, elevate our worship of Your Son this Christmas morn – open our eyes to see the radiance of Your glory!”

For His Glory

Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life

Wishing you and your family a blessed and Merry Christmas as we celebrate the birth of our Savior.  

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | December 24, 2025

Buddy-the-Elf Enthusiasm

“Shout joyfully to the Lord, all the earth. Serve the Lord with jubilation; Come before Him with rejoicing. Know that the Lord Himself is God; It is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; We are His people and the sheep of His pasture.” Psalm 100:1-3

Who doesn’t love the iconic Christmas movie, “Elf?” (Seriously, if you’re not a fan, you may want to consider getting some counseling.) For me, one of the most endearing things about the movie is the main character (Buddy the Elf) and his unabashed enthusiasm for all things Christmas (and, of course, for the four food groups: candy, candy canes, candy corns, and syrup). There’s that one pinnacle scene in the department store when Buddy finds out that Santa will be there the next day. His response is beyond excited, as he shouts to everyone around him: “Santa! I know him!”

This silly and heartwarming Christmas-staple movie is also a fitting illustration for living the Christian life. And it’s deeply convicting.

When we first come to know the love, forgiveness and saving grace of Jesus Christ, I can safely say we are all in—experiencing daily Buddy-like enthusiasm for all-things-Christian because our whole view of life has changed. Everything becomes “the best” because we are new creations in Christ, washed as white as snow in the blood of Christ, set free from the bondage of sin…the world around us is truly something we discover anew with our fresh heavenly perspective (think of all the “bests” Buddy finds as he explores New York City).

Most obvious for new believers is the sheer joy of knowing Jesus—as Savior and new best friend. I recall when I first surrendered to Christ, I was so excited to profess my love for the Lord to people around me. And when everything is spiritually sparkly new, it’s easy to identify God’s hand in it all and be thankful and overjoyed. But as time—and life’s challenges and tedium—rolls on, though, do we let that unabashed enthusiasm fade? Do we let the daily miracles become commonplace in our minds? Is our relationship with the Lord so “old hat” and mundane that it’s not the focus of every interaction and experience we have?

Friend, whether we’ve been walking with the Lord for 50 minutes or 50 years, let’s commit to recapturing that initial unabashed joy and enthusiasm for all-things-Jesus. This Christmas let’s put on our proverbial Buddy-the-Elf hat and look around with fresh eyes of childlike faith. Let’s embrace the reflection of God in everyone we come into contact with and every little (and big) miracle. Maybe, at some point this Christmas, we’ll even take the opportunity to shout to those around us, “Jesus! I know Him!” And then proceed to share the Good News of who He is and why He is so wonderful.

“Lord, let my childlike wonder and joy for You never fade, but only grow deeper and more profound as I continue to walk with You through this life.”

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Julianne Winkler Smith
TRBC Women’s Life

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | December 23, 2025

Unity of Misfit Toys

“The glory which You have given Me I also have given to them, so that they may be one, just as We are one; I in them and You in Me, that they may be perfected in unity, so that the world may know that You sent Me, and You loved them, just as You loved Me.” John 17:22-23

I love my church family. In fact, as I stand at the doorway welcoming people in, I’m in awe every week at the beautiful breadth of nearby residents who enter in. Some who woke up excited to hurry into the House of the Lord for worship. Others who were literally driving by, saw a full parking lot, and decided, “Huh, maybe I should see what’s going on in there.” Others, and I’ve met plenty, woke up in desperation and fear—and it took every ounce of courage they could muster to step foot into a church when “church” meant nothing to them but pain and betrayal. Looking into the eyes of those walking by, I see the buttoned-up and tattooed-up. Clean-shaven suits and long-haired flip-flop-wearing dudes. Saved-at-VBS long-timers and saved-last-night off-the-street newbies. The shy, the bold, the very young, and very old.

Mostly, I like to think of our church body like the Island of Misfit Toys, from that 1964 stop-motion Christmas classic, “Rudolf and Red-Nosed Reindeer.” I mean, every row isn’t lined with perfect Barbies with painted-on smiles or cowboys with flawlessly stitched garb. There are some, for sure. But our chairs hold mostly Charlies-in-the-Box, spotted elephants, birds that swim, winged bears, and square-wheeled trains.

It’s stunning when you think about it—there’s no reason in the world for us all to be gathered in one place. But God. Jesus is the reason we’re knitted together—the broken, the misfits, the normies, and the seemingly flawless. And that’s exactly what He promised and why He came!

All we have to do is look to God’s promises in Genesis to Adam and Abraham, through the Psalms and the Prophets, to the Apostolic letters, to the words of Jesus Himself and to His Revelation. Reconciliation with God is for all and only possible through the Lamb of God—Jesus. And through His death and resurrection, we are not only reconciled to God but also to one another. Jesus invites ALL people to go from darkness to light, from lost to found, from death to life. And once the gift of Jesus is accepted by grace alone through faith alone, believers become one in Christ.

In John’s gospel (chapter 17), Jesus is very clear that His followers are called to be unified SO THAT the world will believe in Jesus as Lord and Savior. Our oneness reflects the glory of God and the unity of the Trinity. This “perfection in unity” shows the world that the impossible unity of misfit, unalike, imperfect people is possible through Christ. The world would have us hating each other. But through God’s love and by the saving grace of Jesus, we love one another.

So, beloved, look through fresh eyes as you hustle through last-second Christmas shopping, drive through crowded parking lots, and join work and family parties. The family of God is like the Island of Misfit Toys. And everyone you come into contact with could be either a current member of your Island family—or a potential one. During this season where we celebrate Emmanuel—God with us—and once the decorations are all put away, let’s walk in unity and the love of Christ so that the world filled with all us misfits may know Him.
Lord, may I never cease to be in awe of the diversity of Your children and how it is only through Jesus that we are a unified family of broken-to-beautiful people.

 

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Julianne Winkler Smith
TRBC Women’s Life

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | December 22, 2025

Clinging To Truth

 

 

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“For nothing will be impossible with God.” Luke 1:37 (HCSB)

Ever assumed something? You know like we overheard a conversation and then drew our own conclusion. Or, maybe we wanted to believe something so bad that we assumed the best and disregarded the facts. Perhaps we didn’t want to believe something so bad that we discarded the truth and assumed the worst. Assumptions never serve us well and if we’re honest they are too often the source of misconceptions and false accusations.

Wonder what assumptions were made about a young, pregnant teenager named Mary? Was she the talk of the town? Probably. Did her closest friends and family assume the worst? Probably. What about Joseph was he caught between wanting to believe the truth and yet assuming the worst? Probably.

A virgin birth, unexplainable and beyond our comprehension. Yet isn’t that the way our God works? He does the unimaginable and asks us to simply trust not assume. He compels us to lean into the truth and not draw our own conclusions. And even in that window of doubt, God draws us close and whispers the words we need to hear – truth that dispels our assumptions.

Love the way Mary simply believes. Love the way Mary doesn’t confront her accusers. Love the way Mary is drawn to Elizabeth, one who knows the pleasure of surprising births and long-awaited dreams. Love the way Joseph listens and obeys even despite the assumptions knocking at his door. Love the way Joseph honors Mary, respects her character when others assumed the worst. Love the way God shows up right in the midst of misconceptions and false accusations proving that He is the God of impossibilities.

What impossibilities are staring you in the face this Christmas? Is it heartbreak or loss?  Is it the financial strain of a tight economy?  Is it a child or spouse whose far from the Lord?  Is it a health diagnosis or one you’ve been facing every day?  Is it career pressures weighing heavy on your mind?  Whatever your impossibility is, we can confidently stand on the promise that with God all things are possible even the delayed and unexplainable.  The One who loved us so much that He sent His Son to this broken world will never withhold His very best from us.  We can fully trust our Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father and Prince of Peace to surpass our deepest desires – just like He did when the Babe in the manger breathed His first breath and changed our world forever.

“Father, so glad we can come to You with all our assumptions and confidently walk away covered in Your truth.

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Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life

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