Publisher’s Point

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. OK be honest with me, after you read that did you sing the song? As I wrote it, I did. We have finally entered the holiday season – Christmas is here.

I’ve been thinking about Christmases past over the last few days and reminiscing about the good ole’ days. I guess as you get older, the good ole’ days seem to be better than the current days. Today when I was praying, God reminded me that I need to live in the present. I need to live in today and for today so that I can experience what he has for me and what he wants me to do for him.

My devotion today was a very well-known verse, Jeremiah 29:11: “For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

I think for many of us this year has been a difficult year to even make plans; but God is telling us that He knows what our future holds. This crazy year of 2020 did not catch God off guard – He knew exactly what was going to happen. And even in the middle of this pandemic, His plans for us did not change. His plans are still to prosper us. Our job is simply to walk with Him and trust in Him, regardless of what we may face each day.

Let me encourage you today as you read this. No matter what you do – whether you’re a Sunday school teacher, a worship leader, a pastor, a singer, or you sit in the congregation – God has a plan for you.

During this holiday season, I encourage you to enjoy every minute. Cherish your family and those around you and pray. Pray that God will bless your family. Pray that God will give you wisdom. And as you look forward to 2021, remember to seek God and ask what He has for you to do.

Speaking of 2021, I am already looking forward to Creekside Revival which I believe is one of the plans that God has put on my heart in the last few months. I’m excited to announce over the next 60 days the pastors

and artists that will be involved. Be watching our Creekside Revival page for information. We would love for you to be a part of this event March 24-27, 2021, in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. You can contact us at events@sgnscoops.com. Also for all of my Alabama friends please join me at southern gospel weekend March 18-20, 2021, in Oxford, Alabama.

For many of us, 2020 has been an unusual year. I pray that you and your family are safe and healthy during this season. Merry Christmas from my family to yours and may this be a year filled with joy, peace, and memories that you’ll never forget.

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