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When Jesus spoke again to the people He said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:12
Merry Christmas!
This week we have unwrapped some of the real gifts of Christmas. (If you missed any of them, see the suggested links on this post.)
When we think of Christmas, we might think only of the baby that was wrapped in swaddling clothes and laid in a feeding tray. We often forget that the child grew. Jesus grew to be a man; a sinless man who would bear the sins of the world, be beaten and hung on a cross, placed in a borrowed tomb, and rose to life on the third day.
Jesus came, not simply so that you and I might have new life, but that we might enjoy it to the full! One of the gifts of Christmas is that you and I are no longer doomed to a mediocre existence! You and I, the children of God are no longer confined to the darkness! We have victory through our Lord Jesus Christ…the Light of the world!
For God so loved the world, that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life. John 3:16
This might not be part of the Christmas story you share with your family as you sit around the fireplace, but maybe it should be!
As we unwrap the gifts of Christmas this year, we can’t help but mention God’s love. It was because of His great love for you and me that we even have a Christmas to celebrate!
When God created the heavens and the earth, the world was a perfect place. Man was in union with nature. Man had a committed relationship with his Creator God.
Then sin entered the realm of mankind. Sin separated man from God. What once was a perfect relationship was scarred forever. Men and women were subject to death, because of the plague of sin. Mankind could no longer reach a Holy God.
But then…
Jesus came to be a Savior! As we unwrap the presents of Christmas this week, we must not forget the wonderful gift of forgiveness!
I read a sign once that went something like this:
If we had needed healing, God would have sent a Physician.
If we had needed knowledge, God would have sent an Educator.
If we had needed information, God would have sent a Scientist.
If we had needed money, God would have sent a Banker.
But, we needed forgiveness, so God sent a Savior!
And Mary said: “My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior” Luke 1:46 NIV
Let’s unwrap our second gift of Christmas… (If you missed our first gift, click HERE.)
Christmas brings the gift of JOY! God wants to give you joy this Christmas!
The Jesus born on Christmas day was God’s gift to the world, but if that’s true (and it is), then what exactly are we getting for Christmas?
This week we are going to unwrap Christmas looking at a different gift each day…
“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth, peace to men on whom His favor rests.” Luke 2:14 NIV
Peace! It’s an amazing word. In the cluttered life in which we live, peace is a word we strive to achieve. Peace is something we all need…and the faster the world gets…the more peace we need…
I have often chuckled when I’ve read the following verses. I’m not trying to be irreverent and hope this is not offensive, but sometimes I read the stories in the Bible and I see the humanity of people. I can hear myself making some of these statements. It brings a smile to my face and I can’t help but laugh.
Here are 7 of the funniest verses I have read in Scripture:
If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? Luke 6:32a NIV
I wonder if Jesus got an answer to this question!
Be honest…it is easier to love some people than others. Some people quite frankly are just difficult to love. (No names necessary, but you know who I’m talking about.)
Jesus doesn’t always call us to easy tasks, does He? We don’t live under the same standards as the rest of the world, do we?
Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me… I have always loved that song. As one who has experienced so much grace in my life, no other song better captures my heart when I think of God’s love for me.
Chances are good you know the song and love it equally. Did you know it originated in Sierra Leone?
I learned during our time in Sierra Leone that the song was written in this country….
Tweet In case you missed my earlier posts, I’m in Sierra Leone for a couple weeks. I will share more later, but wanted to give a quick update. We are…