How many things in life do we need to realize that life is not all about what we want and us? In John’s gospel, we find where we are to love one another. In doing this, we find where the needs of others matter first. When we help others, when it’s not convenient for us or by focusing our energy on others’ needs before our own. If God so loved us, we also need to love one another (I John 4:11).

Special happy birthday wishes go out this week to Nathan Hensley who celebrated his eighth birthday on Thursday, Nov. 27, from Momma, Meme and Jeremy. We love you so much and hope you enjoy your special day!

Christian love and sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Robert Earl McCain.

Happy birthday wishes this week to Mya Robinson Dec. 1, Sandra Boyd, Dylant Bryant and Nancy Cherubine, all on Dec. 3.

Somerville Baptist Church will kickoff the Christmas season with their fourth annual Drive-Thru Christmas Dec. 3-6. The production will run nightly from 6-9 p.m. on the church grounds.  This is an outdoor production with over 100 actors and volunteers, live animals and professional orchestration that will depict the true meaning of Christmas. This free event is presented for groups, families and individuals. Guests will park at Somerville Baptist Church located at 41 Main Street, climb aboard the Christmas caravan and ride through each scene before stopping at the Christmas Cafe for cookies and hot chocolate. Blankets and jackets are recommended for this outdoor event. For more information, contact Somerville Baptist Church, 41 Main Street, Somerville, AL 35670, 256-778-8844. www.somervillebaptist.org So make plans to attend this wonderful event and be truly blessed.