~"You will never look at Christmas Lights the same"~

One of my absolute favorite things in the world to do is to go through life with my Christian music in the background. Whether I am cooking, cleaning, scrapbooking or just doing the journey, I thrive on words and music about Him. And, one of the most amazing song writers is Michael Card. His music is not only peace in the chaos, but his words go so deep that often when you hear a song you've heard hundreds of times, there is something new in the words you did not hear before. If you have not heard him, here is his link - pick up a CD - Scribbling in the Sand is a nice collection of some of his most famous songs.

Having been blessed enough to go to a Christmas concert by him I heard an amazing story that truly changed the way I look at the lights on my Christmas tree. I hesitated to share this at a time that is to be so joyful, but this season truly is about our Savior, and, He came to set captives free ~ as in this story. (So, as a PS before you read on, as Michael Card told the story he did say let's not boycott, but, lift these pastors up in prayer. In fact, they have an option to print out a prayer card - if nothing else, the name will provide a conversation piece hanging on your fridge. I to believe this provides a beautiful opportunity for us to dig deeper into the power of the Lord. He has put those pastors there for this time and this place ~ All we need do is give them the power they need through our prayers.)

Did you ever wonder who made those beautiful strands to light our season? Did you ever think knowing the story behind them could change your Christmas' forever? Please, read Lights of Christmas and see the beautiful glow in a new way.

And Merry Christmas!