Author: gemsjewel

Why Do We Have Holly & Ivy?

Day 6 – Holly & The Ivy “And almost all things are by the law purged with blood; and without shedding of blood is no... Read More

The History Of Christmas Crackers

Day 5 – The History of Christmas Crackers “A merry heart doeth good like a medicine:” Proverbs 17:22 Christmas crackers are a traditional Christmas favorite in England... Read More

The First Christmas Cards

Day 4 – The First Christmas Cards “A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance:” Proverbs 15:13 People have been sending Christmas greetings to each other... Read More

Christmas Candy Canes

Day 3 – Christmas Candy Canes “In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace;”... Read More

Is It Christmas Or Xmas?

Day 2 – Christmas or Xmas? “And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his... Read More

The Date Of Christmas

We’ve made it to December. I thought it would be fun to study this month some of the traditions we have at Christmas.  Let’s look... Read More

Grateful For Stillness

“Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.” Psalms 46:10 If you... Read More

Grateful For Hope Of Heaven

“Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness.” II Peter 3:13 Hope – I hope my... Read More

Grateful For Down Times

Isn’t it lovely, the weekend is almost here and we can relax and do nothing, right? Okay, so an adult’s work is never done as... Read More

I Am Grateful For Burdens

“Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; Who comforteth us in all... Read More