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"… stop and consider God's wonders." Job 37:14 (NIV) Christmas is my favorite time of year because it emphasizes God's wonders. Ironically, though, Christmas wonder can elude us because Christmas is often the busiest time of year. The Christmas season can get so stressful that we can easily become distracted from God's wonders around us. Job 37:14 emphasizes something that's key to noticing God's wonders: stopping. We have to be intentional about stopping our activities long enough to be able to notice God's wondrous presence with us. We must choose to stop to connect with God and appreciate the awe-inspiring moments God brings into our lives. If we don't stop, we may miss moments of wonder during Christmas and every other season. But when we pause long enough to focus our attention fully on God, our perspective becomes greater, and we can discover the wonder of God's work in our lives. This invitation to pause, reflect, and contemplate the wonders of God's work resonates deeply in our souls. It's a call to step away from our rushing and make time to immerse ourselves in transcendent moments that show us glimpses of God. When we're dealing with the stress of a busy season, it's easy to get swept away by the demands of the world around us. We often find ourselves caught up in the rhythm of tasks and responsibilities, moving from one moment to the next without taking the time to pause and reflect. Yet, in the midst of our busyness, God beckons us with a gentle whisper through the words of Job 37:14 to stop and consider his wonders around us. Job was a man who faced intense suffering. He lost his health, his wealth, and his family. Yet he never lost his faith in God. As Job wrestled with grief, a man named Elihu stepped forward – inspired by the Holy Spirit – and directed Job's attention to the wonders of God's creation. The words God's Spirit spoke through Elihu are now recorded in this Bible verse to encourage us all. In this fallen world, we all encounter seasons of difficult challenges. God invites us to pause and reach out for him, just as Elihu encouraged Job to do. When the storms of life rage around us, God calls us to stop and consider his wonders. It's a divine interruption – a moment to shift our focus from our temporary circumstances to our eternal God. There are many ways to consider God's wonders and all of them are enjoyable! | 
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