In your darkest hour
God’s greatest gifts are there for the taking
A filthy manger on a lonely night
Pain of child bearing ripping through the chaos
Animals dung, noises and filth
And then
The most miraculous gift to EVER cross time and eternity
JESUS
a small helpless baby, dependent on the mercy of God and his parents entered to set everything right
Oh, the journey was not without humiliation and pain
The road less traveled was full of false accusations, mockery, doubt and unbelief
Yet
Magi from the east, the wisest of the wise, came to shower the little family with manna from heaven
But this manna was gold, frankincense and myrrh
The atmosphere erupted as heavens curtain was torn by the presence of God ALLMIGHTY
Angels rejoiced, sang and declared “Peace on earth good will to man”
Hope for eternity
Joy for strength!
God’s Glory, always shows up right on time
May the reason for the season fill you to overflowing
With HIS amazing love, peace and presence forever.
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For 43 years, Dennis and Diana Nickell shared their lives, passion, and hearts. Dennis, a Vietnam Combat Veteran who dealt daily with the aftermath of his 14 months in-country, spent his later years reaching out to Veterans, their loved ones and tried to help share why you should never give up. Sept, 12th, 2021 Dennis joined his brothers in arms in heaven, who never had the chance to have the life he fought for daily, and his wife Diana still carries on the mission of educating, enlightening, and encouraging those who have paid such a heavy price for freedom.
Dedicated to ALL, first responders, and heroes, Diana has found peace in the wealth of her family and her faith. The YouTube series Surviving Vietnam can be accessed freely at https://www.survivevietnam.com/
“Quiet Place” first appeared in Breaking Chains, written by Dennis Nickell.
All rights are reserved, for created content shared about their amazing journey, including original poetry by Diana. Feel free to contact Diana at dnickell1955@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.
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