On behalf of the team at Influence magazine, I would like to wish you a very merry Christmas! We appreciate you and pray that what we publish helps you be more effective in your ministry.

Most importantly, we pray that during this season, your heart will be filled with wonder because of the birth of the Messiah. May Mary's prayer be yours as well!

My soul glorifies the Lord
and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,
for he has been mindful
of the humble state of his servant.

From now on all generations will call me blessed,
for the Mighty One has done great thingsfor me—
holy is his name.

His mercy extends to those who fear him,
from generation to generation.

He has performed mighty deeds with his arm;
he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts.

He has brought down rulers from their thrones
but has lifted up the humble.

He has filled the hungry with good things
but has sent the rich away empty.

He has helped his servant Israel,
remembering to be merciful
to Abraham and his descendantsforever,
just as he promised our ancestors.

—Luke 1:46–55

Our office will be closed the week of Christmas! But we look forward to serving you in 2024 with new articles, podcasts, and downloadable resources!

Until then, have a merry Christmas a happy new year!