I’m so grateful to everyone who has taken the time to participate in viewing and listening so far. I hope that this music and the testimonies from my family and friends have been uplifting and have helped you remember Christ during this season.

I especially want to thank my friends and family for submitting your music and testimonies for this project. You are all examples to me in making room for Him. As I’ve worked on putting this site and project together, I’ve had the special privilege of reading your words and hearing your songs before they were shared publicly. What an honor it’s been! I’ve been deeply touched and inspired by the love, faith, and devotion each of you has expressed. I’m a blessed man to be surrounded by so many amazing people.

I’m reminded of the quote from It’s a Wonderful Life: “Remember, no man is a failure who has friends.” Thank you for reminding me—especially in times of my own doubt and discouragement—that I am not a failure.

I’ve selected a few songs that remind me to make room for the Savior. In our busy, busy lives (especially this time of year), it’s easy to let the noise of the world drown out what is most important. Sometimes, like that night in Bethlehem, our hearts are too full and crowded to let Him in. My hope is that we can each take a step back and focus on ways to come closer to Him—by spending more time with loved ones, serving others, and striving to emulate His perfect example.

One of the songs I chose, “Make Room for Him,” includes these lyrics that have really stayed with me:

“Just like the inn of Bethlehem, our lives can be so full.”

“Sometimes without meaning to… I don’t leave room for Him.”

“I can’t go back to Bethlehem to let the dear child in, but I can open my heart’s door to young and old and rich and poor, and share Christ’s love with them.”

“This Christmas season, come and see Him. Make room for Him!”

The second song I chose (a new song by Nathan Pacheco called "The King Emmanuel") includes the line, “If you feel like singing Hallelujah, then go ahead and sing Hallelujah.” That’s exactly how I feel. Hallelujah—the Son of God came down! He lived for us, He died for us, and He loves us still. Through Him, the King Emmanuel, all will be made whole.