Good Morning,
A very hot cup of Door County Mistletoe Mocha Coffee is resting next to me at my desk. I have a few chores to do today and I think the Thermos bottle will be filled with the rest of the coffee as I move about today.
Hebrews 13:16 Don not neglect to do good and share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.
As we continue into the Christmas season we need to be more sensitive and aware of folks that are not seen as much as they should be. Christmas has a way of drawing us to social activities and family gatherings. This includes church attendance. For some, December is just a reminder how lonely they are and how withdrawn they are from society. So when you gather for for family events, work events, and church, take note of who is there. Just as important take a memory shot of who isn't there. Call on those who might be shut in, or just too lonely and depressed to make an appearance socially. Reach out to them if possible ahead of the events and extend a warm invitation to them to attend whatever has been planned.
When was the last time you reached out to someone who has not been in church for awhile? How about the family member that has to conveniently work and can't gather with the clan? What about that expensive work party your employer throws? Can you say thank you just by attending if possible? Is your neighbor alone without somewhere to go?
As we get busier over the next two weeks can we slow down just a little for those who get lost in the shuffle?
Food for thought! Don't let an empty chair stay empty.
Marty
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