December is here, and Christmas is right around the corner! For the next few weeks, Monday’s Coffee Break posts will be Christmas themed, with articles, websites, and holiday shopping guides for you to enjoy! Enjoy the season, and Merry Christmas!
Today Is National Roof Over Your Head Day!
Today is a day to be thankful for what we have, beginning with the roof over our heads.
The Ultimate Roasterie Gift Guide For Coffee Lovers – The Roasterie is a great little place in Kansas City to find great coffee and lot’s of coffee related accouterments. Many of these items are on my own wish list for Christmas this year…
Real Men Real Style – Here is another shopping guide for the man in your life, or a list of things you need to add to your wardrobe. Some are kind of pricey, but others are not so bad.
The Familyman’s Christmas Trivia – This is a fun little trivia game you can play with your family. The Familyman also has one based on the movie Home Alone.
Why Reindeer Eyes Turn Blue In Winter – I had no idea that reindeer eyes changed colors, and the reason behind it is extremely interesting.
On Earth As In Heaven – “Christmas, 1968 and we first saw ‘earthrise’. But our mission to the heavens was a reflection of the first Christmas — God’s mission to earth.” This 13 minute documentary is worth watching
Today In Church History
The birth of Christ has made a difference in people’s lives for millennia, and on this day in AD 298, two men, Cassian and Marcellus, were beheaded for their bold stand for Christ in a pagan society. Read more about them here.
Resisting Unchecked Consumerism During The Holidays – Our culture is one of consumerism, and we can easily lose sight of the bigger picture and be distracted by all the demands on our attention and wallets. Here is some great advice on how to avoid this.
How To Stay Connected As A Couple Through The Holidays – Along with the distractions of consumerism, there are a lot of other busy activities that can take their toll on our lives and relationships if we are not careful. This article gives some insights on how to stay connected to your spouse during this busy season.
God Gives Us Himself – This is the ultimate intention behind Christmas, and this article, while not quite a Christmas passage, brings that point home quite clearly.
9 Things You Should Know About Christmas Traditions – Here are a few things you may not have known about our Christmas traditions.
Three Places God’s Feet Touched The Ground – Obviously the humanity of Jesus, beginning at the birth, is one of these three. But did you know there are other times when God’s presence was present on this earth?