From Sorrow to Joy

The holidays can be difficult for those who have suffered any form of loss. It's a time that's traditionally spent with the ones we love, but what do we do if the ones we love aren't here? What if childhood hurts, addiction, anger, pride, divorce, or death have separated us from friends and family? How do we reconcile the pain we're experiencing with celebrating the birth of the Messiah? God knows better than anyone that we're hurting. Is there a sorrow that is keeping you from experiencing the joy of Christmas? Take some time right now to pour out to God all of your pain so that he can help you walk through the next few days, and give you moments of joy in the midst of your sorrow.