Isaiah 43:16 "I am the Lord, who opened a way through the waters, making a dry path through the sea."

John 16:33 "I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world."

John 14:1-3 "Don't let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, and trust also in me. There is more than enough room in my Father's home. If this were not so, would I have told you that I am going to prepare a place for you? When everything is ready, I will come and get you, so that you will always be with me where I am."

Matthew 11:28 "Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy-laden and overwhelmed, and I will cause you to rest. [I will ease and relieve and refresh your souls.]"

Psalm 103:1-2 "Let all that I am praise the Lord; with my whole heart, I will praise his holy name. Let all that I am praise the Lord; may I never forget the good things he does for me."

Mark 7:14-15 "Then Jesus called to the crowd to come and hear. "All of you listen," he said, "and try to understand. It's not what goes into your body that defiles you; you are defiled by what comes from your heart."

Isaiah 9:6 "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."

"His destiny was the cross...His purpose was love...His reason was you. May the blessings of your day be wonderful reminders of all Jesus has given." December 24May the Lord bless you this day and always! May His love cover you from your heads to your toes! May you feel the warm embrace of everything He has done for each of you! May you embrace your families through this glorious time! May you learn to let go; and let God have control! May you walk through this day and forever with hope in your hearts; for better days are ahead! May the Lord shower you with blessings that can't be contained. May you always remember where you have been; and where the Lord is taking you! May you grow in spiritual growth; and lean into His bosom! May you take time out of the hustle and bustle; and spend time with Jesus. Because He truly is the reason for this season. May the Lord reign His favor down over you. May each memory of your loved ones; offer peace, love, hope, and joy! May you find true happiness in serving the Lord and others. May this time you have everything you have needed. May you have some rest in the Lord's presence. Have a blessed day; slow down and breathe! Embrace the joy of this day; and the joy of those loved ones! Lord, give everyone the answers they seek. In Jesus Name Amen. IB God 12-24-23 Only 1 day until Christmas. Carry Christmas in your hearts all year long!!! May Christmas miracles find you and yours!Melanie QuintonPrayer Warrior/Devotional Writer

Ephesians 1:11 "Because of what Christ has done, we have become gifts to God that He delights in."

Psalm 16:11 "You will show me the path of life; In your presence is fullness of joy; At Your right hand are pleasures forevermore."