Hello, everyone, and welcome back to Humanity Under God for our 3rd episode. I'm your host, Paul Graban, I am so blessed to have you here with us this month. Today we’re diving into the heart of the Christmas season to explore what Christmas means through the lens of Jesus. We'll also touch on the enduring spirit of giving and joy—something that connects Jesus and even Santa Claus in surprising ways. I’ll also be sharing a bit about my own struggles during this season, how it’s not always festive or joyful for me, and how my reliance on God has kept me grounded.

So grab a cup of cocoa, settle in, and let’s reflect on the deeper meaning of this beautiful season.

Welcome to HUG—Humanity Under God and with that brings Hope, Understanding, and Growth. In today’s episode, we’re tackling a common struggle: control versus surrender. How can we find peace when we’re trying to balance planning responsibly with letting go and trusting God? We’ll explore how to manage worry, trust in God’s guidance, and reshape our thoughts toward positivity and faith.

Hello, everyone, and welcome to the Humanity Under God podcast, or as I like to call it, the H.U.G. podcast. My name is Paul Graban, and I’m so excited to have you here today as we journey together to explore love, positivity, and the power of God in our daily lives. This podcast is about taking the good and the bad that life throws at us and seeing how God weaves it all together to shape us into who we are meant to be. We’ll dive into how we can change our mindset, eliminate negativity, and truly invite the peace of God into our routines.

Throughout our time together, we’ll discuss scriptures, how to live out God’s love daily, and explore some psychological principles to keep our minds healthy and strong.