Tinsel in a Tangle was a wonderful event last night. The tables were stunningly decorated, it felt like Christmas was here. There seemed to be a million different salads, all of which looked delicious. A salad supper is always a good idea because you don’t have to feel bad about what you ate for dinner. The 2bc Women are a gift.
The
presenters were, as always, impressive. We learned how to decorate a table and
make it look like a picture out of a magazine. God blessed these women with a
real talent. Maybe this year I’ll do better than the traditional paper plates with
minimal décor on the table. Normally I’m doing well if I have my tree up before the
celebration begins. Also, this year I’m going to try and wrap presents with a
little more care. One of the talented presenters showed us countless ways to
inexpensively wrap gifts. I, along with many others, took pictures so we wouldn’t forget. She showed an
example of what not to do and it looked strangely like most of the gifts under
my tree.
The speaker
was a inspiring. Ginger Morgan spoke
about keeping Christ in Christmas. Here are the highlights of her talk.
C –
Celebrate Christ
We should think about giving
forgiveness at Christmas, you just might get a gift in return. We could start a
prayer journal. We can commit to time to spend with the Lord. We could give up
something that we’ve been convicted about. There are lots of things that won’t
financially cost us a thing and could bring more joy than imaginable.
H - Handle
finances wisely
We
have to keep focus without fretting and worrying about money at Christmas. We
can start now with a budget and stick to it.
Pray about gifts and commitments at Christmas.
R - Remember
those less fortunate and those who need to know you care.
Be
the hands and feet of Jesus. This is something that doesn't have to cost
anything and can change lives forever.
I - Intentional with focus.
Grasp
meaning of Christmas. You can't control commercialism but you can have
influence your children and others with intentional actions. There are many teachable
moments at Christmas, don’t let them go to waste.
S - Slow
down.
Don't
get so busy with good things that you forget the great things. Sit down and
worship at the feet of Jesus. If you want more time at Christmas, take a fast
from technology in December. You'll have more time to worship The Lord.
T - Traditions.
This
is so important for the family unit. It brings security and sense of belonging. It imparts
family values. Create things that can be carried on for generations.
These things
won’t happen unless you make them happen. Be sure you keep Christ in Christmas.
If you
weren’t there, you really missed a treat. It was a special event from the
beginning to the end. It really helped me and I hope others get focused on what’s important this and every Christmas season. Thank you all who came out and special thanks to those who decorated tables, and made salads.
