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Sunday, December 20, 2015

My Nativity Scene ( and last day to win give-away )

 Our family celebrations of Christmas are full of gift-giving, Christmas tree decorating, stockings hung on the fireplace mantle to be filled with little treats from Santa after Santa has made a special appearance in our home to talk to the grandchildren, the excitement in anticipating what will be under the tree Christmas morning, sharing Christmas dinner with family and eating all the special foods of the season....yet this is the focal point in our living room, our nativity scene.


"What child is this , who, laid to rest, on Mary's lap is sleeping ? Whom angels greet with anthems sweet , while shepherds watch are keeping ? This, this is Christ the King, whom shepherds guard and angels sing; Haste, haste to bring him laud, the babe, the son of Mary."  hymn 'What child Is This ?'  ~traditional English melody set to text by William C. Dix
 
The nativity scene might be the focal point of our living room during the Christmas season , more importantly though is that Jesus, the Son of God , our Savior , is the focal point in my heart and life. I don't need a Christmas tree, Santa Claus, presents, or a nativity scene to know and celebrate Him. Jesus, the babe in the manger we celebrate at Christmas grew up and He said in Matthew 11:28~ 30 "Come to Me ,all who are weary and heavy-laden , and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you for I am gentle and humble in heart and you shall find rest for your souls, for My yoke is easy , and My load is light."
 
Do you want an opportunity to win a pair of Wee Little Sheep * ? Tonight at midnight I will have my husband draw the names of any leaving comments on my blog out of his Santa hat. Your name will be entered for every comment left on my posts ( limited to 1 comment per post ). I will post the name of the winner the 21st.
 
 
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27 comments:

  1. AnonymousDecember 20, 2015 at 3:44 AM

    Merry Christmas Kathy and family! I love seeing your Nativity scene and your collection of sheep. I wish you all a happy and healthy Christmas. God bless you, dear friend. xoxo
    (this link will take you to my new blog)

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  2. DebDecember 20, 2015 at 4:38 AM

    Oh my goodness, Kathy, that is so beautiful. You must have had fun putting it together. Much love there. Thank you for the sheep this year (although I have yet to pick up the parcel (Tuesday)at my old address) and I so look forward to seeing them. Merry Christmas from our home to yours. Hugs, Deb

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  3. FlowerLady LorraineDecember 20, 2015 at 5:07 AM

    I love your Nativity scene. I always enjoy setting mine up. Hubby made the creche about 40 + years ago.

    I have been drawn closer to Jesus since losing my dear husband. I am thankful that Jesus has promised to never leave or forsake me, and that He is my strength each and every day I am blessed with.

    Today is my dear husband's 68th birthday and his 3rd birthday with Jesus. I sang happy birthday to my husband earlier this morning with a smile on my face and no tears.

    Have a lovely Christmas with your dear family. It sounds like fun.

    Love & hugs ~ FlowerLady

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  4. TheresaDecember 20, 2015 at 5:28 AM

    Beautiful! I hope you and your family have a really blessed day, BIG HUGS!

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  5. KarenDecember 20, 2015 at 6:15 AM

    I love our nativity set so much I leave it up year round in our curio case as a constant reminder of God's love! Merry Christmas.

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  6. Debbie - Mountain MamaDecember 20, 2015 at 7:55 AM

    Your nativity scene is wonderful and such a beautiful reminder of the reason for the season! Merry Christmas to you and your family!

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  7. UnknownDecember 20, 2015 at 8:31 AM

    Merry Christmas we had a nativity scene like that one.nancy Baskett

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  8. UnknownDecember 20, 2015 at 8:31 AM

    Merry Christmas we had a nativity scene like that one.nancy Baskett

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  9. AnonymousDecember 20, 2015 at 9:19 AM

    Merry Christmas to you and your family Kathy! Your Nativity scene is beautiful! I love taking mine out every year too.

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  10. Lady JaneDecember 20, 2015 at 10:09 AM

    Hi Kathy, Just popped over to wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas and may 2016 be a wonderful healthy year. I love your nativity scene and oh those sheep... I love my nativity set. That is the one thing that comes out every year no matter what...

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  11. ellen b.December 20, 2015 at 10:18 AM

    That's a lovely nativity scene...

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  12. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesDecember 20, 2015 at 10:28 AM

    OH how I love this, Kathy! You have inspired me to do this in my corner cabinet next year! It is so beautiful and meaningful...I see a new tradition for me. Thank you for sharing!

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  13. Judith @ Lavender CottageDecember 20, 2015 at 11:17 AM

    You have the nicest nativity scene Kathy and the fact that it is continues on other shelves creates a lovely display. Especially with one of your own wooly sheep by the manger - that's a nice touch.

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  14. KarenDecember 20, 2015 at 11:19 AM

    Your nativity scene is so beautiful and unique. I love the way you have it displayed.

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  15. JuneDecember 20, 2015 at 12:19 PM

    Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones, and may the New Year be filled with love, joy, good health, and good food!

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  16. Thistle Cove FarmDecember 20, 2015 at 1:44 PM

    The creche is my favorite part of Christmas decoration. Unfortunately, a lot of my things are packed away so I am greatly enjoying your corner cabinet scenes. Thank you, Kathy, and Merry Christmas.

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  17. AshleyDecember 20, 2015 at 1:53 PM

    I would love to be entered to win your little sheep.
    I love your nativity set. That cabinet is decorated very lovely. :)

    Merry Christmas!
    Love in Christ,
    Ashley
    creatingpreciousmoments.blogspot.com
    ashleysyarnworks.blogspot.com

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  18. DeDecember 20, 2015 at 2:31 PM

    Amen! Merry CHRISTmas to you and yours!

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  19. DeannaDecember 20, 2015 at 2:42 PM

    MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!
    The Nativity Scene is lovely. It makes for a very nice Christmas.
    Leaving a comment for the chance to win big. Sweet Sheep!
    Sweet of you to offer the opportunity to win them. Have a great week.
    D

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  20. LorrieDecember 20, 2015 at 3:19 PM

    Your Nativity set is beautiful. I'm glad I found your blog through a contact on someone else's blog. The Nativity set here is on the dining room buffet, visible from the kitchen and the living room. I love looking at it and thinking of that night, so long ago, when Christ came to earth.
    Merry Christmas blessings of love, joy, hope and peace to you and yours.

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  21. SusanDecember 20, 2015 at 7:09 PM

    Hello Kathy....Oh yes, your words ring true in my heart, that's for sure. Jesus is, indeed, the reason for the season. He is there for all the seasons, always.

    Please put my name in the hat for the totally adorable sheep. Thanks.

    Even if I don't win them, I'll be happy for the person who does.

    Hope your entire Christmas week is blessed. Susan

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  22. UnknownDecember 20, 2015 at 7:55 PM

    Merry Christmas, Kathy. Your nativity scenes are lovely. Thank you for sharing. May your time with family be as special as the season.

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  23. Brenda Leyland @ Its A Beautiful LifeDecember 20, 2015 at 9:45 PM

    Your Nativity photos are so special. I'm so glad you've shared. And thank you again for the opportunity to join in your sheeps giveaway. Many blessings back at you!

    Hugs,
    Brenda
    xox

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  24. Lesley UKDecember 21, 2015 at 12:46 AM

    I hope you and your family (including those with 4 legs) will have a wonderful Christmas. Please say a prayer for all the sheep farmers, hit by the terrible floods we've had here in the UK. Blessings

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  25. ConnieDecember 21, 2015 at 4:37 PM

    Your nativity scene is beautiful!

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  26. DebbieDecember 21, 2015 at 7:27 PM

    I love the way you have arranged your nativity. God's announcement on that night was not to kings, but to the poorest of people, the shepherds. I arrange mine like yours, but not as big. We cannot portray the host of angels that filled the sky that night, but we can surely imagine why they were 'sore afraid'. What a sight that must have been.
    We are praising God for His goodness to us all, and praying for our dear son in law who is deployed during this season. Just read that 6 families will soon receive the sad news that their loved ones were lost today in Afghanistan. No names yet. Thankful that we have a Shepherd who cares so very deeply for his sheep. Immanuel. God with us.
    Merry Christmas Kathy and James

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  27. Deborah MontgomeryDecember 22, 2015 at 5:57 PM

    Amen!

    Blessings to you and your family now at Christmas and in the New Year.

    Xo, Deborah

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