Somewhere between the shopping lists, the wrapping, and the endless preparations, it’s easy to forget that December is a season built for awe. The sparkle in children’s eyes as they glimpse the first ornament hung, the hush of snow falling softly outside, the glow of twinkle lights on rooftops and trees—all of it is an invitation. An invitation to remember that something holy and unseen holds everything together. That the same God who visited a stable in Bethlehem still whispers through the ordinary moments of our lives.

God’s Presence Shows Up in the Ordinary

This season is full of signs pointing to wonder if we will only notice. The way a child tilts their head at a nativity scene, eyes wide with curiosity. The soft rustle of straw, the quiet cry of a newborn in a manger, the gentle awe of shepherds and wise men who came to see the King. These are not just stories of long ago—they are reminders that God’s presence shows up in the ordinary, in the unexpected, in the humble places of our world.

Today, let yourself be delighted.

Look slowly at twinkle lights on your tree or mantel and imagine the star shining over Bethlehem, guiding hearts home. Ask a big question about hope, faith, or love. Laugh with abandon at a child’s wonder, a story retold, a carol sung a little off-key but full of joy. Notice the small miracles you normally rush past—the scent of pine and cinnamon, the warmth of a candle’s glow, the quiet moments between preparations.

Wonder Lifts You Above Performance and Into Meaning

Wonder lifts you above performance and into meaning. It reminds you that this season is not about doing it all perfectly, but about seeing God’s hand in the everyday. Presence expands wherever wonder is welcomed—whether in the laughter of family, the soft glow of lights, or the quiet reflection of your own heart.

Let yourself be a witness to the miracle that began in a stable: the gift of Emmanuel, God with us. Let that truth settle in your soul, and let your eyes see the ordinary with new delight.

This December, give yourself permission to see, to feel, to wonder—and to know that the One who came to bring light, hope, and peace is with you in every small, sacred moment.