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  this moment embodies the gospel this moment; the newness of life. this moment eclipses the pain this moment - like an endless refrain. a cry that declares it is finished this cry; the beginning of life. a cry that makes us rejoice this cry - of a newly found voice. this moment embodies the gospel this moment; the fullness of grace this moment points to our purpose - to life in the Lord's sweet embrace. A cry that declared it is finished that cry; the end of His life. A cry that now makes us rejoice that cry -  Where Jesus gave us his voice. this moment embodies the gospel this moment; like none other on earth A sweet gospel glimpse that brings heaven so near... the gospel embodied in birth.

Yes, it's worth it to put on and off all that winter clothes. It's worth it to have to run the teddy bear through the laundry. It's worth getting cold. It's worth dealing with all the wet snow gear when you're done. Even it you'll only spend seven minutes outside. These are the moments that matter. When the two-year-old wants to take his stuffed bear sledding, you'll be happy you did it in the end. Even if it feels like extra work or unnecessary hassle for just a few minutes of fun. These are the moments we can't get back, so I'm embracing the beauty of the season. Similarly, we've got to put on our spiritual "snowsuits" each day. Obviously, you wouldn't go outside in negative temperatures without a lot of bundling up. Similarly, don't start your day with negativity or without "bundling up" in the armor of God.  God is there to "keep you warm," to help you win the battles you'll face today, and to help yo...