[Billie]

[Aeronaut]

Good morning Billie.

[SheLion]

Merry Christmas Billie! Everyone!

[.45MAN]

Good morning Billie!! This is a Beautiful page this morning for a Wonderful subject..........

[dansangel]

Wow.......

Just when I think you've *outdone* yourself, you come along and create something even more exquisite.

I *love* the visuals, of course - but I am also fascinated by the history of the Christmas Card. I've never heard that story before and it is a wonderful one.

I'll be back later to post my Christmas greetings to all. We need to get out of the house for a while to let the cobwebs clear.

((((((((Billie)))))))))))

[Temple Owl]

Good morning and Merry Christmas to FReepers everywhere.

[The Mayor]

December 23, 2004

Celebrate The Baby

Read: Luke 2:8-14

There is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. —Luke 2:11

Bible In One Year: Nahum 1-3; Revelation 14

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Why do we celebrate Jesus' birthday so differently from other birthdays? When it's time to honor historical figures who have a day set aside for them, we don't think about them as babies. We don't have pictures of cute little Abe Lincoln in his log cabin in Kentucky. No, we remember him for his contributions as an adult.

It is proper, though, that we celebrate Jesus as a child. Think about it. When He was born, shepherds came to honor Him (Luke 2:15-16). Later, wise men from the East brought Him gifts (Matthew 2:8-12). These people had no idea what Christ would eventually accomplish as an adult. But they were right in doing what they did, because Jesus' birth was the most remarkable event in human history.

How amazing! God in human form. The Creator of the universe visiting this planet. Let's never hesitate to celebrate this baby at Christmas. Marvel at His incarnation. Stand in awe of the tiny baby who had created His worshipers. Then step back in wonder, for the story gets even better. This baby grew into manhood, lived a perfect life, and willingly died for your sins and mine.

Celebrate the baby and trust the Savior. That's how to make Christmas complete. —Dave Branon

How wonderful that we on Christmas morn,
Though centuries have passed since Christ was born,
May worship still the Living Lord of men,
Our Savior, Jesus, Babe of Bethlehem. —Hutchings

Wise men today worship not only the Child of Bethlehem, but also the Man of Calvary.

[GailA]

Good morning, it rained, it sleeted and finally it snowed yesterday. Memphis is a MESS.

[Aquamarine]

Beautiful Post Billie. Love the Christmas tree with the signatures at the end, thanks for including mine.

I know you played this song on your Hawaii Post last week but I'm playing it again today since it's so upbeat...(the Bing Crosby version).

Mele Kalikimaka

...it means

to you.

[Billie]

Good morning, daybreakcoming (your screenname is really beautiful); I heard that you are having a wedding anniversary tomorrow, and your husband can't be with you because he is in Iraq. I know it must be a terribly lonely Christmas AND anniversary without him right there with you, but hope you have a lovely Christmas with family this year. I would like to wish you a Merry Christmas and an Anniversary wish you can save for February when he gets home. :)

[Texagirl4W]

So very beautiful, Billie. My wish for everyone is that you have a very blessed, happy, safe CHRISTmas. I will be leaving shortly for vacation and might not be back here until Tuesday. Lots of catching up to do then.

[MEG33]

"From all of us to all of you, it is our wish that this Christmas is your best one yet; that your blessings are many; your loved ones are with you; and most of all, that Christ is in your heart."

Lovely sentiments, beautiful thread!..I loved the history of Christmas card,too!

Wishing all of the Finest a blessed Christmas

[dansangel]

A Blessed and Merry Christmas to all of my FReeper FRiends and to Everyone at the Finest

[Victoria Delsoul]

You make such beautiful threads, Billie. Thanks.

Merry Christmas to you all.

[Kitty Mittens]

Beautiful Presentation, dear Billie, and the Information about Christmas Cards was very Informative.

Have a Beautiful and Blessed Christmas, everyone at Freeper's Finest! I Love you all!

[Mama_Bear]

Lovely post. Thank you, Billie.

This will probably be the last time I will be able to get in here until after Christmas. Company will be arriving soon and I still have much to do; baking, cleaning, etc.

I want you all to know that I wish you the Merriest CHRISTmas. It is such a joy to know each one of you. You are all dear and special to me. God Bless!

[LadyX]

Your presentation of this thread is just lovely, Billie, in both content and illustrations -- it is fit indeed for presenting the awesome gift of Our Savior and King.

[deadhead]

Beautiful thread, Billie

[tuliptree76]

Merry Christmas, Everyone!

[Diver Dave]

What a wonderful presentation you've given us today, Billie. Truly worthy a Hallmark Crown.

The Christmas rush has caused my late arrival, but I'm the richer for it after reading through the thread.

'Tis a GREAT family gathered here at The Finest... extending Christmas greetings to one another and sharing the thoughts and prayers on each heart. Makes me glad to be related to this GREAT "Family."

With all the hustle and bustle of the season, it is my prayer that Jesus Christ be remembered and glorified.