When it comes to following Jesus and moving onward in his mission, prayer is not the last resort - it is the first priority. 

Jesus has invited us on a tremendous adventure. The only way to truly see what following Jesus is like is to explore it for yourself. But sometimes, our exploring is hindered by our lack of vision.  

God's perfect gift of love came into a world that wasn't looking for a baby but a warrior. He was rejected by his own. Yet, he would choose to love them by giving his life for them. To those who received him, they were given the right to be children of God. 

God did the unthinkable by squeezing himself into a human body, especially that of a tiny baby, but his great love and perfect plan made the impossible possible. We can experience great joy because of the one who dwelt among us. 

Jesus was the revelation of God to the world. The light had come into the word to bring the gift of peace - peace with God and with each other. 

Before the creation of the world, the Father’s good plan for rescuing his children was to send Jesus to earth to bring hope to a hurting world. The light shines in the darkness and the darkness can't overwhelm it.

We often thank God for the positive things in our lives. But what about the small or negative things? The satisfied soul has learned to give thanks IN all things even if they aren't thankful FOR all things.

There is so much happening in our lives that we can be bogged down with the cares and burdens of today. The distractions of life shouldn't draw us away from prayer but deeper in communication with our Father. A satisfied soul always prays. 

Joy in the Lord brings contentment in this life and is an integral part of the Christian life. It’s easy to have joy some of the time, but the satisfied soul finds joy in all things.