Advent, Day 16 (I think)

Well, the days are starting to run together. I'm thinking that is the sign of the "Christmas Rush". But today was certainly a good day.

Woke up 15 minutes after my alarm started to ring. I don't think I've ever actually slept while the alarm was ringing! Went to church and saw people I now see very little of...that's a bit depressing. But church was good. Pastor Bob talked about King Hezekiah and how it was thought at the time he was ruling that he was the Messiah. I never knew that, or if I did, it left my memory. He was called the many names that Jesus is referred to: Wonderful counsellor, etc. However, he was not the Messiah.

But there is going to be someone out there -- he may already exist -- that will appear to many of us to be the Messiah as well. He will gain a huge following and will be so good at deception that we will believe him. It is so important to be reading the Bible, and living the life the Bible recommends, seeking God in all of our actions and activities, and testing all bits of knowledge that come our way, so we can discern the fake from the "real deal".

Great sermon.

Later, Steve, Patty, Peter, Daniella and I went to the Christmas production at the church -- "Caught Up In Christmas", and were captivated by the performances tonight. My particular favorite part of the whole thing was the music chosen. It was gospel and upbeat for the most part, with a couple of tunes that had some complex jazzy chords in them that seemed more minor key in nature. But the story line was also excellent.

This little Christmas mouse (me) now must go crash and catch up on some sleep! Ciao for now.