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Editor's Note Bless the Child
Editort Marcy Lytle Marcy@AustinFaithandFamily.com
Christmas is upon us, whether we like it or not, whether we’re ready or not, and regardless of the fact that there’s never a chance of snow here on Christmas Day. I’ve been praying for snow on Christmas in Austin since I can remember, and I’m still waiting for that prayer to be answered! However, I’m very excited about our focus in this issue – children. And prayers offered up for children around the world are definitely prayers that God hears and answers.
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How about offering more than a prayer this season? If you’ve ever considered adoption, or fostering a child, you’ll be inspired to revisit the idea after reading our cover story “Forever Family.” The plague of fatherless children in our society is a devastating one, and we can do something about it. “20 Words” addresses this issue, challenging each one of us to invest in the life of a child in our sphere of influence. We interviewed one local youth pastor who has a passion for the fatherless and has found a way to move outside the four church walls into the neighborhood, playing with children and loving on them – just imitating Christ. Read his article in our column “Out There,” where each month we feature a different church leader, who’s “taking it to the streets,” where the people live. One of my favorite articles this month is found in our Head to Heart column where we read the confessions of a “Christmas addict.” Dr. Jones ends his article with a quote from the beginning of the Christmas story, “For unto us a child is born…” It all began with a child, a big star, and gifts from the wise. And salvation came to the world. Why not continue that trek, following the light, walking in wisdom, and blessing the children?
Scripture taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version, copyright 1973, 1978, 1984 by International Bible Society. Used by permission of International Bible Society.
Merry Christmas, Marcy Lytle Editor | Austin Faith & Family
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