Christmas sorrow

I'm feeling burdened today for the people who have lost a loved one in 2010. This could include a lost relationship. This is their first Christmas without that friend or family member. Christmas has so many traditions that contain memories very specific to a certain person. I'm asking God that when those memories come to mind, He replaces the pain with a gratitude to have had that person in their life. I know for some it will be so devastating and lonely that they can hardly breathe and I'm asking God to wrap His arms of comfort and love tightly around them.

Christmas is a time of joy and thankfulness. A time to remember our Savior, Jesus, coming into the world to save us from our sins. To have a spirit of mourning during such a celebration can be lonely business. You're in pain, others are jubilant! For some, this pain has dampened their Christmas spirit for more than this year, but they get through it with Your help, Lord. You've come to save the lost.

I'm also burdened for those who are alone. No family or friends to include them in the season's activities. For the depressed this is a very lonely time. So, Lord I ask you to visit each person in their unique situation and bring them exactly what they need. Love, comfort, companionship, maybe even a turkey..whatever they need to make it through the holidays I know you can provide. You are close to the brokenhearted according to your Word. Thank you Lord!!