DO nothing Christmas is coming!

This is an Advent book with a difference written by Stephen Cottrell.  Over the next few weeks I’ll share some of the things he suggests we do.

STOP: Write a Christmas wish list – not of things you want to consume or purchase, but things to believe in, things to hope for.

Instead of spending a fortune at the shops make everyone a jar of marmalade or pickle.

Dare to find time to stop and be still, if only for a few minutes.  Ask what truly brings you joy and comfort, and see how this could                      become part of your Christmas celebration.

Prayer: Remind me, Lord, that this season speaks to the present as well as the past; that you not only came long ago, but are with me now,                     calling me to follow in your footsteps.  Help me to walk in your way.  Amen