WE ARE CHRISTMAS!

The Morehouse College Glee Club

The Spelman College Glee Club

She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus,

because he will save his people from their sins.

All this took place to fulfil what the Lord had said through the prophet:

The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son,

and they will call him Immanuel— which means, God with us.

Matthew 1:21-23

It's time to celebrate the Christ child's birth, and it's also a season for reflection and joy. In my estimation, it's really a time to give spiritual birth to new possibilities, new endeavors and new insights. It's time to unearth dreams and embrace realities yet to be seen. I believe we endeavor to capture the essence of the Christmas Spirit, Christ in our decorations, traditions, celebrations and rituals.

What would a holiday be without music to uplift and enlighten us? Music can take us there, there to a place when our minds conceive what our hearts wish to convey. We love all that Christmas represents: goodwill and God's love for us! It's a time to celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, gather with our cherished loved ones, exchange presents and commemorate the greatest gift that God has given us!

This is my Christmas musical gift card to you! Hope you enjoy The Morehouse-Spelman Christmas Concert. Here's a youtube video of We Are Christmas. In a word it's POWERFUL, the lyrics, the arrangement and the beautiful delivery. Your hearts will flutter with the truth of the lyrics that we are Christmas, Christ in us!

Spelman College Glee Club-We Are Christmas

Here's another gift box you may wish to open. National Public Radio (NPR) taped an hour concert :

"The choirs of two of the most prestigious historically black institutions in the
nation join together to present a spine-tingling concert program.

In a Christmas celebration of the schools' tradition of singing excellence, the
Morehouse and Spelman Glee Clubs perform spirituals, carols and sacred texts
from the Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel at Morehouse College in
Atlanta, Ga.

NPR's Korva Coleman hosts."

Enjoy your holidays friends and remember that we are Christmas!

Blessings to you and yours, Merry Christmas!

Linda Mose Meadows, Urban Views Weekly & Empower Magazine Columnist and
Inspirational Author of: The Blessedness of Believing A Devotional Journey of
Life’s Lessons and God’s Promises and Co-publisher of Eyes of Faith
Magazine
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11th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION-A VIDEO QUILT

Richard and Linda Meadows @ Kittyhawk

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This is surely what happens when we have time on our hands, we create what our heart longs to express. Sounds good right? Well, I'd like to think this is accurate. When I can, I do really love creating cards, scouting out fabric for pillows and curtains, writing devotionals, and trying to express myself artistically. This is essential for my wellbeing! If I could really paint and sing I'd be dangerous! But, I do realize some of my limitations. Today, I had some wonderful "me" time. I baked a mean eggplant parmesan, and finished my video quilt too. Christmas break has been very theraputic. God knows how good I feel. I've been trying to compile photos, select just the right music and discover scripture that expressed my sentitment for love. This evening I finally finished what I started several weeks ago. My 11th Wedding Anniversary Celebration video is now on my accomplished list! I am very pleased with the concluding frame, I think it speaks volumes about our spiritual journey.

It's no secret that I am enjoying creating youtube videos. I believe each of the videos celebrates the developmental milestones and the relationship hurdles that God beautifully helps us to navigate. We are never exempt from struggles, especially in our marriages. This sacred relationship can be extremely complex and difficult. Healing is always in order.

I pray you'll be further encouraged by my sharing through The Blessedness of Believing Devotionals, my Urban Views Weekly Inspirational Columns and the Faithauthorlindam Youtube Channel which conveys that daily we are evolving into the spiritually enlightened persons God desires us to be. We are a work in progress. When you have the opportunity to share your testimonies, don't hesitate! Your growth experiences can absolutely benefit us all.

Several weeks ago Ricky and I celebrated our 11th wedding anniversary, here's the sentiment of my video quilt:

God's love for all of us abides. We as believers in the Gospel are tremendously
grateful for scripture that conveys this truth. (For I know the plans I
have for you....Jer. 29:11) Not only is this a musical tribute and
celebration of God's love for the sacred union of marriage, but; also a
shared appreciation that Richard and I have for each other. Join us as we
continue to journey together in a special loving relationship realizing that
with the Lord's direction, He can make all things new. Friends, we simply
need to trust and follow His lead!

Created in Joy by:

Inspirational Author and Columnist, Linda Mose Meaows
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CELEBRATING YOUTUBE: THE BLESSEDNESS OF BELIEVING SERIES

Author: Linda Mose Meadows,

The breeze at Virginia Beach was heavenly!

So we praise God for the wonderful kindness he has poured out on usbecause we belong to his dearly loved Son.

Ephesians 1:6

I will sing of the Lord’s great love forever; with my mouth I will make your faithfulness known through all generations.

Psalm 89:1

The Lord says, “I have engraved you on the palms of my hands; your walls are ever before me.”

Isaiah 49:16

created by me: faithauthorlindam

I'd like to think that this was no ordinary day at the beach. It was our inital attempt at having some rest and relaxation before Monday morning rolled back around. But, instead of simply relaxing, that afternoon I later understood, was an opportunity for God to minister to my heart. I enjoyed snapping pictures and experimenting with my new camera as Ricky assembled his Father's Day kite-manuevering it in the air, untangling the string and causing it to land in the middle of beach goers sunning nand enjoying their outing. We had fun laughing at that escapade. Eventually he'd fly the kite with ease.

I also witnessed a youngster enjoying playing in the ocean, trying hard to jump over the waves. It convicted my spirit as, an attentive "father figure" allowed the child to play freely! The father remained in a safe distance. I understood the lesson-God is in our midst, He's safe by!

Enjoy the video, you'll see what I mean. I have wanted to post this to Youtube for weeks and finally succeeded! I really appreciate my husband who worked with me and encouraged me to share my reading and photos with you. I'm learning so much about technology and marveling at God's intent! I pray you'll enjoy and benefit from another of my life's lessons. It seems I learn from example.

Friends, let God speak to your heart. He's got so much He wishes to share with us!

Joyfully Submitted by :
Linda Mose Meadows, Author & Columnist
The Blessedness of Believing
A Devotional Journey of Life’s Lessons and God’s Promises
http://blessednessofbelieving.blogspot.com/
http://blessedauthorlm.wordpress.com/