Month: December 2025

As Christmas arrives and the year gently comes to a close, we have the choice to allow the chaos to get to us or to choices to have moments to slow down. We are invited to focus on the light, gifts and blessings that we have in our lives. To not a rush, not feel the pressure of perfectionism, but to let go and focus on light instead. Even when life feels full, noisy, or uncertain, the message of this season remains beautifully simple: Christ is here. He is present and His presence can be felt is we choose to focus on His light.

The world often tells us that joy must be loud, visible, and wrapped in accomplishment. But the joy Christ offers is different. It is steady. It is peaceful. It is available even on quiet mornings, messy afternoons, and tired nights.

“The light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not.”

— John 1:5

No matter what this year has held—growth or grief, clarity or confusion—the light of Christ has never left you. And as we turn our hearts toward Him, we begin to notice that light again, gently illuminating our path forward.

Christmas reminds us that God works through the small and the humble. A baby in a manger. A quiet star in the sky. A still, small voice within our hearts. This is not a season that asks us to do more, but a time that invites us to receive more. To feel more of His light and love and live in gratitude for all that we’re blessed to have. Having that light in our lives changes us and allows us to share that light with others as well.

“Joy to the world, the Lord is come: let earth receive her King.”

To receive Christ is to receive hope. To receive peace. To receive the reassurance that we are known, loved, and never alone.

He tells us; “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you… Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”

— John 14:27

As the year ends, we don’t need to look back with judgment. We can look forward with trust. Christ goes before us into the new year, already aware of what we’ll need—and already prepared to walk with us.

Some of the ways we can invite that feeling of Christ’s light into our lives are:

1. Begin the Day with Light

Each morning, before reaching for your phone, take one slow breath and say:

“Today, I walk with Christ.”

Let that intention guide your day.

2. Find Christ in the Ordinary

Choose one ordinary moment each day—washing dishes, driving, folding laundry—and silently thank the Savior for being present with you in it.

“In every thing give thanks.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:18

3. End the Day with Hope

Each night, name one way you saw light that day: kindness, strength, peace, or rest. Offer it back to God in gratitude.

As we move through Christmas and into the new year, here is a simple and uplifting goal to carry with you:

✨ For the next two weeks, choose one small daily act that helps you turn your heart toward Christ.

It might be:

• Reading one verse of scripture

• Offering a sincere prayer of gratitude

• Serving someone quietly

• Pausing to breathe and remember Him

Small acts, done consistently, open our hearts to great light.

— Doctrine & Covenants 6:36

“Look unto me in every thought; doubt not, fear not.”

May this Christmas fill you not with pressure, but with peace. And that you may remember and feel that Christ is near—walking beside you, lifting you, and leading you forward with love.

And may you enter the new year carrying not the weight of what was, but the hope of what can be, anchored firmly in Christ and in the daily light that He provides.

I hope that we can all see each other tonight at 7pm to have our last class of 2025! Come ready to release stress, get stronger and leave feeling peaceful and uplifted. 💛

Love,

Lili 💗

Christmas can feel chaotic and a little crazy sometimes. The world puts so much pressure on us—pressure to buy the perfect gifts, to have a beautifully decorated home, to run around nonstop, spend money, and fill our schedules with activities.

But this season also gives us a precious opportunity to refocus on what truly matters. Instead of getting caught up in all the external, material things, we can choose to turn our hearts toward the gifts God has given us throughout the year. We can choose to be more present, to breathe and purposefully calm our minds a little more, we can choose to notice the ways we’ve seen His hand in our lives, and to give in the ways He invites us to give.

The gifts God wants from us aren’t always material or monetary. This Christmas, I invite each of us to think about the gifts He would want us to give—gifts like kindness, patience, love, peace, forgiveness, friendship…all the things our Savior Jesus Christ has taught us we can offer. So this season, let’s try to turn our attention a little more away from the world and instead offer God the true gifts of our hearts. ❤️

One of those gifts is gratitude—expressing our thankfulness through prayer for all the blessings He gives us. Another is repentance—humbly asking for forgiveness for the times we’ve fallen short or lacked love toward ourselves or others.

We can offer Him charity by being kind, mending relationships, and extending grace. We can give Him our trust. Our faith. Our love—by loving others the way He loves us.

The scriptures teach us about some of the gifts that we can offer to Him:

“Then shall the righteous answer him, saying, Lord, when saw we thee an hungred, and fed thee? or thirsty, and gave thee drink?

When saw we thee a stranger, and took thee in? or naked, and clothed thee?

Or when saw we thee sick, or in prison, and came unto thee?

And the King shall answer and say unto them… Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” (Matthew 25:37–40)

We can feel God’s love by serving Him and by giving to others—but also by being humble enough to receive help, love, and kindness from others as well.

As we center our hearts on truly celebrating Christ’s birth and choose to offer these gifts to Him, we’ll find that what we give to God fills our hearts with a deeper, more lasting joy than anything material ever could.

Through prayer, we connect with Him—expressing gratitude for the gift of salvation and all He provides daily. Every act of kindness becomes an offering, reflecting the teachings of Jesus. Even the time we give in worship is a gift, acknowledging the sacredness of this season.

Let’s let our lives be living testimonies—embodying the values of Christ, recognizing the blessings we have, and willingly offering Him our best during this beautiful time of year. When we remember the gifts our Heavenly Father has given us, especially the gift of His Son, it softens and humbles us. It turns our hearts toward Him.

Giving with a pure heart fills our souls more than anything we could ever receive. Giving truly is better than receiving. ♥️

So… which gifts will you offer to God this week?

I pray this message brings you insight and helps you feel God’s immense love, mercy, forgiveness and compassion for you. That you may know that you’re never alone. ♥️ The Giver of all good gifts is with you—supporting you, strengthening you, and helping you through anything. Trust Him, believe in Him, and give Him your best! Turn your heart a little more to Him, your thoughts to be more centered on Christ and your actions, that they may be to glorify God.

Our goal for this week is to slow down our racing minds, take a moment to feel God‘s love and focus instead on a gift that we can offer to God this week. Whatever that gift is that we choose to give Him. Just notice how your heart will fill with divine light this Christmas season. 💛🎄🙏🏼

Unfortunately, CLASS IS CANCELLED TONIGHT. But hopefully we can all get together next Thursday the 18th to have our last class of 2025! Hope that you can join us for that. 🙂

For now, don’t forget to honor our body, mind, and spirit this week by doing good things for yourself. I hope that your week is anchored in Christ. Love you all!

Love,

Lili

I recently read a quote that says, “Every sunrise is a blessing, a gift just for today. Embrace it and enjoy it before it fades away.” Too often, we take the little things for granted. The gift of a new day, the ability to move, the health we have…These are blessings from above.

We don’t need to carry so much stress. We can choose instead to remember the Father of Lights and acknowledge the gifts He is giving us today. I invite you to take a moment to look for the fingerprints of God—His love, His mercy, and His divinity—surrounding you right now. ☀️

Some days are harder than others, but no matter what kind of day we’re having, we are invited to slow down, to focus on today, to take life one moment at a time. We can choose to be present, to ask God to help us become more aware of our blessings, and to fill our hearts with peace, love, and light. These are gifts He is always willing to give when we come to Him with a sincere heart.

God wants us to practice being present. In Matthew 6:34 we read: “Take therefore no thought for the morrow… Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.” He is gently reminding us to focus on the gift of this day. As His children, He allows us to choose where we place our attention and how we respond.

So we get to decide:

Do we want to invite the Spirit into this moment?

Do we want to acknowledge the gifts we have right now—the chance to live, love, smile, and feel peace?

There will never be another day exactly like today. We can choose to make it meaningful by focusing on what is truly important and on what draws us closer to God and His divine light.💛

Sometimes we fall into patterns of seeing life the same old way. But what if today, we choose to see the beauty around us? What if we view our day as filled with sacred sights and sounds? Even the messy, stressful, or heavy moments can become holy moments when we look for God in them.

James 1:17 teaches: “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights.”

He is the giver of all good gifts. As we choose to see His light, we will feel Him more deeply. He loves us and wants our hearts lifted above the noise of the world. He wants us to trust Him—the Father of our souls. He knows you. He LOVES you. He has a perfect plan for you. And even when life feels overwhelming, remember: You can do all things with His help. As you trust Him and come to Him, His light will increase in your life.

So today, let’s look up—to the Father of Lights—so He can fill us with more light. His light is already within us, but it is up to us to fill our hearts and homes with even more of His presence.💫

Let’s not allow the adversary to pull us down. We are stronger than we realize because our strength comes from God. We can let go of what burdens us and remember that ALL things are under His control. We can reject negativity through prayer and by filling our minds and spirits with uplifting things.

So change things up today:

• Choose Christian music to lift your heart.

• Choose messages of light to inspire you.

• Choose to see the good in your journey.

• Choose to come closer to Christ.

He invites us to feel His love in the simple, daily moments of life. Enjoy them. Let your heart be peaceful. Let His light transform your day.

As we enter this Christmas season, I invite you to look for the light—for the gifts God gives you daily. Be a light to others and consciously choose to be filled with love, light, and peace, moment by moment. Allow God to strengthen you, help you reject negativity, and fill you with the peace that only He can offer.

I also want to challenge you to think of a gift you can give to God this season. Ask yourself:

“What is one gift I can offer Him this week?”

I pray that as you ask this question, He will inspire your heart and bless you with greater gratitude, abundance, and joy. That you may hear directly from Him where He wants you to focus your energy. Whom He needs you to help etc. ❤️

And tonight in class, I invite you to be fully present. Enjoy the gift of moving your body and strengthening yourself physically, mentally, and spiritually. If you’ve been feeling stressed or overwhelmed, come. Let this time bless you. Come ready for a peaceful meditation that will re-center and re-focus you on what truly matters. This is the season when we need it most.

Love you all! Can’t wait to do this together! 💖

Love,

Lili 🌸