Your guide to an abundant single life from ChristianSinglesToday.com
Thursday, December 20, 2007
As you read this, I'm winging my way to Kansas to spend the holidays with my family. I'm looking forward to giving and receiving abundant hugs, doing free laundry, watching movies with my parents, sleeping in, and assuming my alter ego of Cool Aunt Cam.
Wherever you'll be and whoever you'll be with, I hope your Christmas celebration is restful and meaningful. Whether the people you gather with are functional or dysfunctional, whether someone asks insensitive questions about your singleness or you're surrounded by people who are wonderfully supportive of your solo state, whether you're in rich Christian community or are the only believer in your bunch, whether you're with a crowd or at home alone, I pray you stay focused on a night sky filled with starry host, two weary parents in a humble manger, and one divine infant who left the glory of heaven to draw near to you.
May your Christmas celebration be marked by his awesome presence.
Blessings!
Camerin Courtney
Camerin welcomes your feedback and brainstorms at:
SinglesNewsletter@ChristianityToday.com
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 White as Snow
Was Glorianna Wilson really the right person to play the angel in this year's Christmas pageant?
fiction by Liz Curtis Higgs
"So, is tonight when you turn into an angel?" Beth asked as she held up her friend Glory's flowing white costume. Beth propped the sanctuary door open with one hip as she ran her fingers over the diaphanous fabric. "Heavenly," she commented. "Maybe we should post a sign out front: Live Angels—One Night Only."
"Works for me," Glory replied as she breezed through the doorway. With a brief flashback to Christmases past, she added over her shoulder, "Anything's better than Girls! Girls! Girls!"
Their laughter echoed among the empty pews of Chesapeake Community Church as Glory made her way down the aisle toward the dressing room behind the choir loft. Having Beth for a friend was like celebrating Christmas every day of the year. Beth was funny and honest, and the girl flat knew how to listen. Over the last year, Glory had talked—a lot—and Beth had listened, nodded, and offered wise counsel. Now that the worst was over, they'd become simply friends. Glory took turns listening and, when she felt brave, threw in a word of encouragement.
Glorianna Wilson, giving spiritual advice? Talk about your basic miracle.
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 Boundaries in Dating
Dating scene got you down? This book helps you develop self-control and intimacy in healthy dating relationships so you're able to find and commit to a marriage partner. |
 How You Live, CD
Point of Grace returns with their trademark harmonies on
12 original songs addressing issues with relationships, self-esteem, and maximizing your life. |
 Thou Shalt Laugh 2: The Deuce, DVD
Yes, clean can be funny, and this hilarious set of performances proves it! Features Tim Conway, Bone, Taylor Mason, Thor Ramsey, and SNL alum Victoria Jackson. |
 The More Friends the Merrier
Making new friends involves risk-taking. This Bible study will encourage you to cultivate abundant relationships. |
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- my boyfriend/girlfriend: 4%
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