Happy New Year's Eve

Here we are ready to go into 2021. I am
sure we will have new things to deal with
in the coming year.

Our purpose should encourage others about

having a positive attitude in 2021. We to

must realize God gives us free will to act

as we will. The question is will we act on

it or let him be in charge.

We must recognize he knows the best for 

us. God has been around for a lot longer 

than we have. He new us way before we

were born. In fact, way before the world

was created. Isn't that an awesome thing

to think about. God knows us enough to

know what we go through and how we 

will react. The question will we allow him

to help us.

This is a good way to go out in 2020 and 

into 2021. If we learn anything over the

next year God has our back and he knows

us a lot better than anyone. Amen!

Reflection

It is natural I believe anyway to reflect on
this year heading into 2021.

We all know the big story is the Pandemic.
It has changed the lives for most everyone.

Of course, the loss of my mother is the

big story for me. I am sure the same goes

for those who have lost love ones this year

whether it has to do with covid-19 or not.

We have had to adjust to a new way of life

for the time being. Those who have lost

loved ones haven't been able to celebrate

for the most part their lives. Can't visit sick

people in the hospital regardless why they

are there.

Having to wear a mask when grocery shop

or visiting a doctor is a new normal for sure.

Now we have reflected we go to the next

chapter 2021. The unfortunate thing is we

will start the beginning of the new chapter

the way the last one ends. We just hope it

doesn't last long. Hopefully after several

pages we can get back to where things were.

May God bless you right now. May his face

shine upon you. May your relationship with

God becomes stronger. Amen!

Looking Ahead

God has created us for a purpose. Often
we have to learn from our mistakes well
as our success.

God created us to worship him and for 

him to love him as much as he loves us.

In the old testament the book of Esther 

we find her becoming queen she was

born for the time for her people the Jews.

We are born and living in this time for

this time. What that is be different for

each of us. For parents the major purpose

can be to raise up children who will follow

after God.

There are other reasons we were created 

for. We can explore those reasons. We

are here for the sake of others besides

ourselves. 

Take the next few days to think about 

what your purpose will look like in 2021.

This year has been unusual as we know.

We know this new year will start off most

likely the same fashion as 2020 ends. The

importance is to make the best of what we

can. Amen!

Does Some Times Happen

I know it happens more frequently to others
than to me where I have trouble sleeping.

Last night I had trouble sleeping because

my nose was blocked. 

So what I did was just wait to see whether

God had something to say. I thought he

may want my attention. Also, a good time

to pray.

Actually I am not sure whether I really got

a message from God or not. I feel waiting 

on God at whatever time of the day is a 

good thing.

Primarily I want to feel the love of God.

Some of the day I don't feel love so just

sitting there doing nothing on my own

is a good time to have his presence come

on me and feel the love.

God doesn't have to do a big thing just

loving me is good. I have to admit I don't

do that enough. A good thing to do more

often in 2021. Amen!

Tell It like it is

These days a lot of people don't care
about telling like it is.

I am one of those who don't mind saying

how I feel. I am not going to put people

down because they don't agree with what

I have to say. 

This year so many people on social media

will drop others if you don't agree with their

opinion or who you voted for. It happens no

matter the side.

Right now we still have the right of free 

speech in the United States though it does

feel like it won't be around long. Social media

is where it is happening so far and may go 

other places as well.

If you are someone who is willing to stand up

for what you believe in I say continue it. You

may lose family or friends however your word

makes you who you are.

I may disagree with what you have to say but I

do give you the right to say it. 

I am one to give encourage to others, however,

it won't change what I feel as well. 

The world coming out where good is no longer 

good but evil. Also, evil is becoming good to

as well, I don't care who is in charge but I will

stand up for what is good anyway.

Let 2021 be the year we bring back truth regardless

what others believe.  Until next time continue enjoying

life the best you can. Amen!

Boxing Day

 I hope everyone was blessed on Christmas Day.

Now for those in England, Canada, Australia,
and New Zealand you celebrate Boxing Day.
I sure hope I didn't miss a country.

Many years Mom had celebration at home

having visitors for Boxing Day. Usually 

there were four or five couples over. Every

year the people were different. Not often

would she have the same people joining in.

I guess you could say she made it special

since who she invited was not used to what

she was celebrating which made it even better.

Mom was raised in Canada so she made

Boxing Day very special. It was her favorite

holiday to bring visitors over.

I miss you mom this was the first one without

her. I know there will be many more as well.

She was a special lady. Those who met her

liked her. She had stories to tell as well. She

would tell poems from many years ago.

So I salute Boxing Day to you Mom. You

kept it alive for so many years. 

Merry Christmas

First of all wish everyone a Merry Christmas
here at life Purpose. The day has finally arrived.
May you and your best have a great day.

We celebrate the day God brought his son 

Jesus Christ into the World. It was quite the

celebration that day with angels and shepherds.

I am sure most didn't know what God had in

mind for his Son to do in the long run. We are

here because of his birth then later his death

followed by his resurrection.  

When Christ was born I am sure Satan was

not a happy camper then he rejoiced at his

death then cringed at his resurrection. 

Enjoy this great celebrating of Christ birth.

Amen!

Hello Christmas Eve

Can you imagine what Christmas Eve was like
over two thousand years ago. The shepherds 

anticipating the birthday of the Christ child. 

They had just been visited by angels as well.

Something we should really think about every

 year at this time or possibly everyday as well. 

Our lives would be changed.

I know some people celebrate Christmas on this

 day. This often happens when you have more 

than one family to celebrate with. You have your 

parents and those of your spouse. Whatever the 

case enjoy it very much. Rejoice and be glad. Amen!

Two Days Before Christmas

I hope everyone is ready for Christmas.
We have two days before that great day.

You want to read the story of Christ birth.

Go to Luke chapter 2  verses 1 thru 20.

It is such a wonderful story to read. Often

children pageants at church use this story.

I would encourage you to read this to your

children or your grandchildren.

I will be going to church on Christmas Eve.

I know many churches are still not meeting

in person, however, you should be able to

find one on line. 

Until next time, Merry Christmas to you. 

Giving Away

In the spirit of Christmas I figure we get
a present we don't really want to keep a
good idea would be to give it away.

I know often people will exchange gifts

but maybe this time give it to someone

in need. Of course, it would depend in

what the gift is as well. You wouldn't 

want someone even in need to have 

something you don't want either,

I remember as a child my Aunt Marian

would always send clothes for my brothers

and I. Aunt Marian didn't know what size

we were. Usually the size of clothes were

the same as our ages.

Whatever present was for older brother 

went to my younger brother. My mom 

would exchange my gift and my younger

brothers for me and my older brother.

This happened for a long time.

I believe we were in high school when

Aunt Marian decided to give us other 

gifts that had nothing to do with clothes.

Mom was relieved she didn't have to go

exchange gifts any longer.

I always liked my gift from Aunt Marian

though I could never wear it and the thing

is mom could never get the same clothes

in return though she tried real hard.

Anyway my suggestion give away at least

one gift. I am sure you will feel good about

it. Merry Christmas.

Tis the Season

Here we are down to four days until
Christmas. I hope you are all set to
go and celebrate.

Whatever your life purpose besides

worshiping God which is the number

one reason we are here in the first

place this is the week to use it.

Don't forget to be jolly along the way

as well. This can be the time of the 

year where people not so jolly. We

can give hope and love to everyone.

Whether you meet someone at the 

grocery store, Christmas shopping

or coffee shop give them a big smile.

Make sure you say Merry Christmas

too.

Enjoy this great week of the year.

Amen!

Waiting In Line

We are required to wait in line outside
if grocery stores and other alike. Capacity
can only be at 25% of the stores maximum.

Saturday was only second time I have had

to wait outside. I guess you could say during

the week people don't shop as often or I

am not there when they do.

Saturday I only had to wait for about five 

minutes. It was a little cold outside but not

bad. We were undercover so didn't have to

worry about the rain either.

I didn't mind so much because I was able to

talk with the couple behind me for the short

period of time. Usually most people I talk to

is for that long anyway.  I figured it is a good

way to get know people even though may

never meet again.

The coupe went two different ways to pick up

groceries faster I imagined. I was able to talk

to both as I ended up by both of them for a

minute. He was buying beer while she was

in the wine section. I am not sure what wine

she bought if she did at all.

She preferred the wine section because it isn't

cold like the beer section. I was in the beer

section to buy water and I went through the

wine section to get to another area of the store

I always have a positive approach when talking

with people. I use my talent of humor to help

me out. I know people for the most part appreciate

it. I try in check out line, however, it is harder 

during social distancing.

As you know been on here for a while I figure

meeting with people and chatting as often as

I can it is part of my life purpose. I do know 

some people just want to get and get out. I 

find that more of guys than gals. 

Not a whole lot you can do though if you are

waiting in line outside though. I will talk no

matter what usually. Anyway I hope this is

encouragement for you and enjoy the rest

of your weekend and Merry Christmas 

A Joyful Sound

When I was in high school I sang in the
school choir as well as the church choir.
This time of the year was joyful because
of all the Christmas songs we sang.

I remember having to sing in a lower

key because the notes were higher than

my voice could reach. 

I sang baritone for the most part but

some of the songs I had to go to bass.

This reminds me we are created to

worship God. He created us for a 

purpose and the number one purpose

is to worship him.

When it comes to worship we think

of music for the most part which makes

sense, however, our every day life we

worship him by giving ourselves to 

others. Being selfless gives worship

to God.

As we get ready to take part in Christmas

we should remember the story of Christ

birth and rejoice in it. Amen!

December 18

The significance of December 18th is one
week before Christmas. For some it might
be their birthday and others waiting for
their birthday to arrive.

We know likely Jesus Christ was not born

on December 25. We can see a week before

Christ birthday the wisemen or the three 

Kings were coming to give presents to the

baby Jesus. There was something significant

there too. 

Those men whoever they were came to find

the Christ child. They knew the work was 

going to change for the birth of this child.

These men were right Jesus Christ changed

the world forever. Our lives has changed.

Enjoy this week as the celebration of Jesus

Christ. Amen!

Count Down To Christmas

We know have eight days until Christmas.
What are your thoughts of doing eight things
before Christmas?

The obvious one is do more christmas shopping.

Also, there is shopping for christmas dinner.

Most years there is caroling but that might be

out this year.

Making Christmas cookies would be on the

agenda too. Have snow then can't forget a

good snow fight.

I am sure we can add more to the list. May

you be blessed for this season and remembering

our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen!

A Repeat

I decided today to repeat a post that I wrote one
year ago. Our lives certainly have changed over
the last year hasn't it.

Here goes. It isn't long so you can take your time
and meditate over it. Thanks and happy holidays.

When it comes to our life who is in charge. The
answer is God, however, often we put ourselves in
charge instead. A major reason our lives get messed
up from time to time.

If your life isn't going along so well right now think

about why it is happening The answer is you are not

letting God be in charge. What you do then give your 

life back to God. He will take you back no matter how

many times he has to. Amen!

Hard to believe

I am sure we say it every year but it is
hard to believe we are just over two weeks
from January 2021.

I hope you have your plans all set for the

holidays well as 2021.

I am still working on my plans for 2021.

I am sure like everyone it has a lot to do

with getting the vaccine. No judgement 

on those who don't plan on getting the

vaccine. 

We all have to do what we must.

At this time I am not sure whether I will

take the vaccine or not. A lot depends on

the side effects. 

So enjoy your time and I encourage you

to do what you can with all your heart.

Amen!

All It Takes Is Kindness

Once again I was reminded how important
being kind is.

I saw on social media a friend said though

we have a difference of opinion we can still

be kind to one another. I have heard it in

sermons as well.

Most of us have strong opinions especially

on certain issues, however, we can be kind

as well. There are those who give their opinion

but don't allows others  to voice their own. This is

especially true if it is different than there's.

Our opinions do matter, however, so do those

of others as well. If we want our opinion to

really count or we are speaking out not caring

what others may think  being kind and respectful

will go along ways.

Though people have a right to their opinion

what makes me not go on social media as often

anymore they speak the exact same message over

and over again. I don't mind so if they do it once

a week but every day gets tiresome in my mind.

At the same time they turn others off as well

Though I say what I just said I am still going to

be kind to them. They have the right to speak 

their opinion day after day it is just I am not

going to read the opinion day after day.

Let's get along though we don't believe the 

same things. We will influence others by

being kind. 

Just a reminder. I hope to repeat again down

the road but it won't be next time. lol

Life + purpose

I can say we can debate over what life
really means than the same goes for purpose.

I believe life is what God created. He created

animals and the human race. God created the

earth as well. So everything on earth is part of

life. 

I did a little search. I found that science and

philosophy is still debating on it.

I am sure you may ponder your purpose as

well. It can come down to your religion or

your culture what your purpose is. I believe

it comes to God. He gave us a purpose whether

we live to it can depend on free will. 

God has given us free will. He doesn't want us

to be puppets. Do exactly what he says to do.

We do what God asks because we love him

and we know he loves us.

In the end our purpose will match with our 

life as close as we want it too. Amen!

You are promoted

A word of encouragement for you. Let you
know since you have a life of purpose granted
when you were born.

We all have gone through problems and 

circumstances that haven't allowed us to

fulfill our purpose to full measure. The

first step is know this true. The next step

is what you are going to do with your life

purpose.

The encouragement is God has promoted you.

You may not realize or think it is too late by

what you have done. God doesn't care what 

you have done in the past except you acknowledge

it is true you have sinned and made mistakes.

Today God has promoted you to be exactly the 

person you were created to be. He will use you

in the way he intended at the beginning of time.

Isn't this exciting news. Go for it and you will

be blessed along with others you are in contact

with. Amen!

Let It Rain

Here in Western Washington we are
expecting a lot of rain through Christmas.

 January, March, October, November and

December when we most of our rain. These

five months it averages about five inches  per 

month. Also, it is 61 percent of our rainfall.

During the summer is our dry spell. June

through September we have five inches

total. September has half of that total. 

Usually takes place in the second half

of September. June has a little over an

inch of rain while July is very little and

August just under  an inch.

So that is my history lesson on rain here

in Western Washington. Want to travel

here the best time is July through the 

middle of September are the best odds.

As you can imagine we look forward to

the sun coming out whenever it can this

time of the year. 

On Thursday I was talking with my cousin

Christy on the phone who lives in the middle

of British Columbia. She told me they have

six inches of snow which is below their average.

It is old snow as well. We would consider six

inches of snow a lot here. 

Now that we are having rain for the next couple

of weeks or so I expect Christy lives they will

start having new snow.

It would be nice to have a White Christmas,

however, the odds are against it. I only remember

once when it snowed on Christmas. 

I do remember another time in 1974 where 

we had snow the day after Christmas. So to

have a white Christmas we have to go to the 

mountains or somewhere else. My dreams 

still is to have a White Christmas.

Throw Back Thursday

On social media every week many
look back to the past with throw back
Thursday whether it is with photos
or words.

I think of those right now who are

no longer with us at Christmas time.

These people are either family or 

close friends.

Wednesday nigh I talked to my

cousin Peggy on the phone. She

mentioned the past along with the

present and the future. 

Peggy's youngest grandson is a

senior in high school and he is 

looking into where he will go 

for college next year. His thoughts

are about the future while she is

thinking about the times in the past

well as present and future.

Her grandson is thinking about ROTC

at college. He is thinking of engineering

at the same time Peggy's husband was

pilot in the air force so he tells about

his experience flying so the grandson

might decide to go in that direction as

well.

This year's Christmas will be different

for many of us for sure then it will be

in the past as well.

What never changes is what Christmas

stands for. There was a baby named Jesus

who God sent into the world to change it

for eternity. The question is what we do

with this child Jesus Christ. Do we accept

what he has done for us or live our lives

as though it doesn't matter at all. Something

to think about for sure.

Jesus Christ came into the world changed

our lives and purpose for eternity. We have

the choice to accept or not. Amen!

What is going on

When it comes to the Pandemic I
wonder what the USA government
is thinking.

I can understand we should be 

careful especially for the elderly.

Wear masks when out in public

for others than just for yourself.

I was looking at the stats. Under

2.5 percent of Americans are 

getting Covid-19 and those that

are under 1.5 are dying. Of course,

don't want anyone dying but it is

still a low number.

When it comes to the flu 3 to 11

per cent get the flu each year. 

On average 61000 die each year.

That is much lower than Covid-19.

The reason is we have a vaccine

for the Flu and not for Covid-19. 

Since the percentage is low for

Covid-19 why is government 

shutting down so many places

and putting in mandates. Until

we receive the vaccine be careful.

It is as simple as that. 

Many people want to get back

to being normal. Let those who

do be allowed. The others do

what you have been doing.

Overcoming Fear

This year nothing greater has happened
then fear coming into our lives.

The mainstream media along with the

government wants us to be fearful. The

pandemic gave them a foothold to  do

so.

Those who are elderly, sick and have

underlying conditions need to stay

home for a lot of the time. The rest 

of us be careful but not let fear come

into our lives.

Our life purpose right now has to 

encourage others they are Ok. If 

nothing else encourage one another

today as it is called today. Let fear

not rule your life. 

We Must Discover

First of all I hope you had a wonderful
weekend. When it comes to our life
purpose we can take a long time to

discover  what it is.

The major reason can take us a while
to discover our life purpose is we don't
know we were created for a purpose.

In other words our lives matter and we

are significant. We are not here by 

accident. 

Those of us who have known for a while

what our life purpose the cares and 

disappointments of life  can keep us

from reaching our purpose.

The great thing though it is never too late.

Something we should know and remember.

See God knows  the beginning and the end.

Our story hasn't been completed. What we

have not achieved still can happen. Amen!

How Life Is Demonstrated

How are life works out can often have to
do with whether we play sports or not.

Every culture has there way of playing sports
or lack of it for that matter. Also, the family
you live in can make a difference as well.

Does your parents value sports over education
or are they on equal terms or education more
important.

My family education was important, however,

they allowed each of us to be ourselves. For 

me my identity was more into sports while my

older sister and brother were into reading. My

sister though did play the oboe and marched 

in the band. My older brother played some 

soccer but he wasn't really good at it. All

three of us boys played tennis. 

My younger brother and I played little league

baseball. He played football and wrestled 

in high school while I went out for basketball.

There are lessons we can learn from playing

sports well as going for a musical instrument.

Sports seem to be more competitive, however,

where you want to be set in band or an orchestra

can be so as well.

Apostle Paul mentioned it was important to 

finish the race. Our purpose should come down

to doing the very best we can. Not that we do

better than others but we do the best for ourselves.

Amen!

What We Should Do

 What we should learn from this year. 

There has been so much negative things
said whether it has to do with covid-19,
wearing a mask and the protesting going
on in the USA.

I know that I am repeating myself, however,

we should love and encourage one another.

Even with those we don't agree with.

Have a smile on our face when we chat with

others. A smile will show we care no matter

what we say.

Often there are those who know they are doing

something wrong  saying "don't judge me".

They say it too you. Don't return saying " no I

am not".  Say "I love you". They don't believe

you there isn't anymore you can do. Keep on

moving on.

Have the spirit of the Season. Let them know the

love of Christ even though they may not believe

it. Remember it is God's job to come to him. Your

job is to water. You can only do so much.

May you have a blessed and great Saturday. Amen!

Three Weeks and Counting

I wonder how many people realize Christmas
is three weeks away. I haven't started my shopping
yet. Actually I am not sure how much I will do
anyway.

I expect most people this year will shop on line.

I will do  mine on line since I will have to ship

them out of state and country anyway. 

I know there are some who have been in the 

Christmas spirit for like three weeks. They have

been listening to Christmas songs. I will probably

begin next week. I would listen to Christmas songs

you sing at church. Though I like him how many

times do I want to hear Andy Williams.

While we count down these next three weeks let's

remember the meaning of Christmas. What Jesus

Christ means or should mean in our lives. How 

he changed the world when he was born and how

he changed our lives. 

Remember the next three weeks will go by fast so

start on shopping. Of course, I should take on my

own advice. Merry Christmas!

Calming Down

Since the election things seem to have
calmed down. I don't watch much of the
news anymore these days.

I got tired of seeing the protests on tv

along with the virus and those complain

about wearing a mask.

I don't mind protests as long as there 

isn't damaging going on. Also, I was

tired of hearing about it everyday.

I know people have their own opinion

about the virus and whether the masks

work or not. I know to people are 

frustrated by it all too.

I don't check on social media as much

either. No one changes others opinion

anyway especially about politics. I

know it hasn't changed over the last

five years or so.

I go on social media to encourage others

like I do here. I guess this is part of social

media.

I am sure people are getting ready for 

Christmas and all that goes with it although

this year won't be the same. 

I want you to go out and do things normal

as much as you can. I do try to stay as

normal of a life as I can. 

Peace with you. Again thanks for sharing

your time with me. Amen!

Happy Holidays

Every year it seems we can't believe it
is December. We start getting ready
for Christmas.

Fall always goes by so fast. We have to

remember we have four seasons so they

are only three months long.

This year Christmas will be different

than any other year which we say about

everything.  

Unless we have family at home or nearby

we likely won't be spending Christmas with

loved ones. We will have to do video chat

instead. 

I just heard on television Britain is ready

to start giving out one of the vaccines going

out on the market. They are going to start 

with those in nursing homes then hospitals

workers and those over 80. The next group

75 and older. They will do every age group

down every five years.

This is good news to here. Everything goes

well 2021 will be back to normal sometime.

I am sure none of us will forget this year.

December it is important to remember what

truly this holiday season means. The birth

of Jesus Christ and what his arrival on earth

meant for all of us. Amen!

Keep Speaking Out

In the United States we have the freedom of
speech, however, there are those trying to
stop us in doing so. 

There are groups who will stop anyone 

speaking out that does not agree with 

their agenda.

I believe it is still important to speak out

even when many will not listen. What is

right is now wrong and what is good is

now considered evil.

These days we might be a small group 

because many think we have hate behind

our words instead of truth.

Many won't listen to what people say

still important to speak what you believe

in. We will have  to be creative to say

words in a different manner meaning the

same things.

I don't go on social media as much as I

used to because of the repeating words

from both sides especially on politics. 

It is important to speak our voices because

if we stop we may never be able to speak

again.