Well, I’m a little late this year, but I’m happy to share my December printable calendar. I can’t believe we’re already almost a week into the last month of 2018! I don’t know about you, but December for me is often filled with a jumbled mix of busyness, hurried activities, reflection and celebration. At this special time of the year, it seems that the “weary world rejoices” more easily. But, it also more easily falls headlong into the craziness of over-planned schedules and to-do lists. Through all the hectic and harried tendencies of this month, I really want to slow myself and to focus on small moments. To let my heart settle on stillness and peace and wonder. To savor time and traditions with my family. To actually clear my mind and schedule enough to be present and enjoy those moments fully.

As I was thinking about the story of Christmas this weekend — the story of Jesus’ birth — I was reminded that God showed himself in wonder-filled ways both to wealthy, wise men, and to weather-worn shepherds. Two ends of the social and cultural spectrum. But, both were entrusted with the incredible story of a savior born to save the world. Both were led to the place where they could see and touch the child. Both experienced God’s redemption in personal ways because they stilled themselves long enough to look up. In those quiet, middle-of-the-night moments, they each saw a life-changing wonder. This December, I want to leave time for looking up as the wise men and shepherds did. I want to save time and attention for seeing the Savior in a new way.

Enjoy your printable December calendar download!