This is what Jesus did for me, and continues to do for me, and this is why I celebrate Christmas:
Lord Jesus, come yourself, and dwell with us, be human as we are, and overcome what overwhelms us. Come into the midst of my evil, come close to my unfaithfulness. Share my sin, which I hate and which I cannot leave. Be my brother, Thou Holy God. Be my brother in the kingdom of evil and suffering and death. Come with me in my death, come with me in my suffering, come with me as I struggle with evil. And make me holy and pure, despite my sin and death.
Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Peace, Martha
Great looking family! So glad we shared a Depp-filled day yesterday. :) MERRY CHRISTMAS... JRD
ReplyDeleteJRD-You too : ) And thank you for taking this picture for me.
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas girlfriend! I will be praying for you to avoid the temptation of food while with your family. I'll call you when I get back from Buffalo. Love the family portrait :) Love, Annie
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas, Kiddo.
ReplyDeleteI want to pick up Bonhoeffer's books...I highly appreciate that man.
Merriest of Merry, dearest Martha. You, as always, are in my thoughts and prayers. So happy to celebrate this holiday with you (from afar).
ReplyDeleteMuch love,
xoxoxoxoxox
I want to know when Dresden is going to get her own hand made hat---We love you Martha
ReplyDeleteYou and your posts are a blessing Martha.
ReplyDeleteMuch love to you, Nan
Merry Christmas...Peace also with you...Great Photo!
ReplyDeleteAmen to Bonhoeffer's prayer/heart.
ReplyDeleteReminded again how much I love Dresden's ears in this pic!
Celebrating Jesus with you, dear Martha! Susan T.
{{{Martha}}}
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas!!!
What a sweet picture of you and doggie.
Take care, sweet friend. Many joys to you and yours this season.
Love
Karen
Merry Christmas! Love the picture and love you too!
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