Music of Angels

Posted on December 11, 2012 by lyonsroarforgod

One of the most exciting gifts in life is music. And the angels at Christmas filled the sky with singing and rejoicing. “Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host (angels) appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, ‘Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests.’ ” (Luke 2:13-14) It must have been a wonder to hear; isn’t it cool that God gave humble shepherds the front row, best seats in the house to the biggest concert ever. 🙂

Here is a wonderful, peaceful, and restive rendition of “It Came Upon A Midnight Clear/The First Noel” performed by Orla Fallon on the harp and vocals. (formerly of Celtic Woman) Now I’m not a huge Celtic Woman fan, but she is very talented. A small glimpse of the amazing music we’ll hear one day with the heavenly host. I pray a peaceful day for you. Slainte, Lisa

Charlie Brown, Children’s Plays, Wooden Nativities

Posted on December 10, 2012 by lyonsroarforgod

Christmas is almost upon us…15 more days. It is so easy for me to get caught up in the decorating, shopping, cooking, etc. that I forget the reason that I love Christmas. It’s the part of Charlie Brown Christmas where Linus gets up on stage and simply recites Luke 2, “…and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were sore afraid…” It’s watching a Christmas play at my mom & dad’s church, and getting teary-eyed when a small child dressed up like Mary sings “Silent Night” in a pure and simple voice. It’s looking at the wooden nativity set my husband’s family got in Germany, marveling at what the shepherds, Mary & Joseph all felt that night gazing at Jesus’ face and wondering what amazing and great things would happen in their lifetimes.

Christmas….Emmanuel….God with us. Be His. Lisa

True Hope

Posted on December 6, 2012 by lyonsroarforgod

The baby Jesus that we celebrate at Christmas grows up and does amazing things. He is the reason that I have love and forgiveness and hope in my life. Watch this video by Natalie Grant, and be joyful, because you have hope also. He loves you.
Slainte, Lisa

Plugging in the Lights

Posted on December 5, 2012 by lyonsroarforgod

Every evening before bed, my hubby and I walk around the house unplugging all the Christmas lights, and then each morning, we make the same circuitous route plugging them back in. It would be rather ridiculous, if they weren’t so beautiful. One minute, the tree is dark and drab, and with one quick electrical moment, Presto! Beauty and sparkling lights everywhere. The same old, same old house turns into a beautiful winter wonderland. 🙂

Some mornings, I forget to plug in the Light. You know, the Light that turns me from drab Lisa into Presto! Lisa. And my power source is always available, and never has outages unless I don’t plug in. Jesus says, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” (John 8:12) “Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:16) Light extravaganza. 🙂 Slainte, Lisa

Monday Morning…You Gotta Laugh

Posted on December 3, 2012 by lyonsroarforgod

Seeing how it’s Monday, and it’s getting close to Christmas, I definitely feel in need of a laugh. Hope these provide you with a modicum of jocularity. 🙂 Slainte, Lisa