“Then Jesus said to them, “Be careful and guard against all kinds of greed. People do not get life from the many things they own.” -Luke 12:15 [ERV]

A Time to Think… 
“Once in our world, a stable had something in it that was bigger than our whole world.” -C.S. Lewis, British writer, scholar, and Anglican layman  

A Time to Act…
Today is called Black Friday, the frenzy of getting Christmas gifts. Lord, I don’t want to go into this crazy frenzy anymore. Christmas is not gifts from us; it was the gift from God for all of us. So, help me focus on you, my Jesus, and then I can share with others the real gifts we all need: love, joy, peace and hope!

A Time to Pray…
Lord Jesus, as Christmas draws near, help me keep You at the center instead of the frenzy of decorations, gifts, food, etc. In fact, stop me from going out on Black Friday. Instead, nurture my heart with devotion and gratitude for your immeasurable love and sacrifice. AMEN.