Monthly Archives: December 2020

Shame Free and Brand New

Posted on December 31, 2020 by Ann C. Averill

After a year full of fear, sickness, grief, and lies, I want to wish you, dear readers, a very happy, New Year full of God’s truth, the truth that Jesus says sets us free in John 8:32. The truth that … Continue reading →

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First Contact

Posted on December 23, 2020 by Ann C. Averill

Is there a God? Can you talk to him? Does he answer? As a fifth grader I wasn’t sure.  This is the story of my first earnest attempt to find out—on a Christmas Eve without snow. *******************************************************************   Upstate New … Continue reading →

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Princess for a Day

Posted on December 17, 2020 by Ann C. Averill

Although this incident occurred a few years back, it continues to bring meaning to the name Immanuel, God with us. *************************************************************** A few Saturdays before Christmas, I’m browsing some open studios in my town, and find my way to the … Continue reading →

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The Soul Felt Its Worth

Posted on December 12, 2020 by Ann C. Averill

The dawning of a deeper understanding of the incarnation began with this episode from my life. ****************************************************************************************             I’m busy preparing for the first Christmas my daughter will probably remember. I’m the parent now, responsible for all the glittering wonder. … Continue reading →

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The Creche

Posted on December 5, 2020 by Ann C. Averill

This is a flash memoir about God’s patient sovereignty in a child’s life. The creche I made when I was six will reappear years later in my life with far greater understanding of the gospel. ************************************************************************************ After the first snow, … Continue reading →

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