Dear LOD Family, MERRY CHRISTMAS from Leadership On Demand! Today is all about Jesus, He is "the reason for the season!" Emmanuel: God with us... Matthew 1:18-25, “Now this is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost. 19 Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not willing to make her a public example, was minded to put her away privily. 20 But while he thought on these things, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost. 21 And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins. 22 Now all this was done, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying, 23 Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us. 24 Then Joseph being raised from sleep did as the angel of the Lord had bidden him, and took unto him his wife: And knew her not till she had brought forth her firstborn son: and he called his name JESUS.” I pray joy, peace and the love of God will fill your heart and your home, and I declare 2026 will be a year of blessing and abundance for you and your house. Merry Christmas! Grateful for you, T.M. Hyman

Today, take a moment to stand still and consider. While driving to Virginia for the holidays I was blessed with this beautiful rising of the sun. “Stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God" is a powerful line from the Bible, specifically Job 37:14, encouraging awe and reflection on divine power and creation. It's a call to pause, look beyond immediate problems, and recognize God's presence and wisdom in the natural world, like the balancing of clouds, lightning and the sunrise.

This week, I’m starting simple: I’m grateful for each of you and the relationships we possess and truly just to be here. Not for the titles. Not for the wins. For breath. For another chance to share space with you and learn. For the gift of today. In a world obsessed with “what’s next,” gratitude brings us back to what’s now. In the comments, share ONE thing you’re grateful for that money can’t buy. Let’s fill this space with thankfulness this week!