followHIM Christmas Part 1 • Sister Joy D. Jones • Dec 18 - Dec 24
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Dec 13, 2023 Sister Joy D. Jones shares stories and insights about having a Christ-centered Christmas, including the rebirth at Christmas, Mary the mother of Jesus, the condescension of Jesus, and the importance of seeking Jesus for wisdom. They discuss President Nelson's encouragement to increase spiritual capacity and overcoming fear. They also talk about recognizing Jesus as the gift that never stops giving, receiving Christ in various ways, and the significance of the 'fear not' message in the Christmas story. They explore the relationship between fear, faith, and blessings, and the role of fear in prompting action and making room in our hearts for joy.
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Christ-Centered Christmas
- Focus on Christ to avoid distractions during the Christmas season.
- Expand the hope and joy of Christmas by drawing nearer to Him.
The Gift that Never Stops Giving
- Sister Jones shared a story about a girl who said Jesus is the gift that never stops giving.
- Her mother corrected her, saying it was diamonds, highlighting worldly distractions.
Spiritual Rebirth
- Mary's overshadowing by the Holy Ghost and Jesus's birth can be seen as a type for our spiritual rebirth.
- We must also be overshadowed by the Holy Ghost to be born again and become new creatures in Christ.