Annie's Christmas Page - Where It's Christmas All Year Round! (original) (raw)
"And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round
about them: and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for,
behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For
unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ
the Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the
babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger."
~Luke 2: 9-12~
This Christmas I would like you to receive the most important gift I can give you.
Here it is. You don't have to shake it or tear the wrapping paper. Just click on the present to find out how to become a Christian.
What I want to give you is "Salvation". It is a FREE gift from God. "For by GRACE are you saved through faith, it is a gift of God not of works lest any man should boast" Ephesians 2:8-9. Here is a link to"The Four Spiritual Laws"part ofCampus Crusade for Christ. This page and site will follow up on your decision if you become a Christian and they have wonderful resources. You can click here and read my personal testimony at "Annie's Testimony Page".
All the presents in the world won't matter if you spend eternity in hell. Don't put it off......you don't know what tomorrow may bring. Do you know what you would say if you tomorrow you died, you got to heaven and they asked you "Why should we let you in?" Believe me a long laundry list of all the good things you did isn't enough. Because nothing of your own merit will get you to heaven.....the only way is by accepting Jesus Christ as your Savior.
Have you ever lost a loved one? Are you feeling lonely and sad?
The tears seem to drop down your face and you don't know why or you just can't understand it. I understand. My brother Billy is in heaven. I miss him very much. I love him. This is only the third Christmas since he was taken from us. He was killed in a tragic car accident. Last Christmas I received a lovely verse in my email. It really blessed my heart and I hope it will comfort you the way it comforted me. ~A Message for You from Heaven~
If you know someone hurting and in grief this Christmas please share this with them. Hold them, hug them and just let them cry. It really does help. Sometimes words can get in the way. Being near them and letting them know you love them, really does make a difference. Annie's "How to Cope with Grief and the Holidays" PageThis page has some practical ideas on how to make it through the holidays. There is a section with ways to help someone who is grieving too.
"People in a hundred languages sing the joys of Christmas and share their respective countries' traditions. Austria gave us "Silent Night"; England contributed the mistletoe ball and wassail; Germany, the Christmas tree; Scandinavia, the Yule candle and Yule log; Mexico, the poinsettia plant. These traditions continue to be celebrated with fresh and innovative ideas." ~15 Minute Family Traditions & Memories by Emilie Barnes~
Do you need Prayer? Would you like us to pray for you?
Christmas is not an easy time of year for many people. Loneliness and depression abound. You don't have to be alone. Let us help. We can pray for you and be a listening ear.
Visit the Prayer and the Email Encouragers Page and send in a prayer request.
What is an Email Encourager? The Email Encouragers are Christian's working as a team to offer prayer, comfort, friendship and encouragement to those in need.
I thought that "Xmas" was a bad thing. Didn't you?
"The word Xmas is sometimes used instead of Christmas. This tradition began in the early Christian church. In Greek, X is the first letter of Christ's name. It was frequently used as a holy symbol." ~from World Book Encyclopedia~
Let's Take the "X" Out of "Christmas"
Let's take the "X" out of "Christmas" And let's put Christ in again. The day's the birthday of a King, Not that of an unknown man. The tinsel, the glitter, the glamour, The noise of the parties gay Have all but obscured the reason That we celebrate the day. We surely would not write "X-ian" For the Christians here on earth, Then why do many write "X-mas" For the day of the Savior's birth? It's an honor that really is due Him O'er that to a common man, So let's take "X" out of "Christmas" And let's put Christ in again. ~Cyril W. Wommac~
OK! Why do you have a Christmas Page? Jesus wasn't born on Christmas was He? Isn't it a Pagan holiday too?
I have some really good links that explain all about the holiday on this Page: Annie's Christmas History Page
Please remember to always:
"Prove all things hold fast that which is good."
~1Thes 5:21~
Learn to sayChristmas in many different languages. The Logos Dictionaryeven says the word for you and will direct you to other sites relating to the word.
Joyeux Noel is Merry Christmas in French!
Jul and Weihnachten
"Merry Christmas" in Spanish is
Feliz Natal is Merry Christmas in Portugese!!
Check this site below it lists many many languages: Merry Christmas in 120 Languages
Here is Annie's Christmas Page Banner:
If you would like to add a link to any of my Christmas pages please DOWNLOAD the graphic to your own computer. Please do not link directly to my graphics, it uses my bandwidth and I am charged for it. Then link to www.annieshomepage.com/christmas.html. Make sure youemail Anniewith a link to your page. This way I can see where my pages and I have traveled. Have a wonderful holiday season.
~Merry Christmas From Annie~
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Why not send a Christmas Email card now and post date it for delivery! Annie's Christmas Card Page
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