Thursday, December 17, 2009

The True Meaning of Christmas...

As I wrap up this week, I sit and think about how very excited I am that Christmas is just a few days away!  However, I also have a VERY heavy heart.  

There have been numerous pieces of bad news this week. It seems as though Cancer is everywhere.  I know, I know, you are thinking well yeah, Anna. You are an oncology nurse.  Of course Cancer is everywhere.  But this week is different. I feel like I hear about someone else I know or know of  getting diagnosed with cancer.  My heart just breaks for these people, for these families, but I know there is hope.  I know that this hope can only come from above.  That our precious Lord Jesus Christ fills us with His hope, His faithfulness, and His love! 

So, during this Christmas season, I hope everyone knows that no matter these trials the Lord has faced us with, He is in ultimate control! He is the only healing power. He is almighty! Let these situations be a constant reminder of his Hope and how this Hope began when He was born that Christmas day! Focus on the reason for the season.  Focus on the blessings he has bestowed upon us.  Focus on our family and our friends. Continue to lift one another up in prayer. Continue to Glorify God for the best Christmas present we could have ever asked for....His son!