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“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”
--John 3:16
God wants to live in your heart and transform your life. You see, when you become a believer in Jesus Christ, a wonderful thing happens. The very Spirit of God enters your life and lives within you! And when the Holy Spirit lives within, you’re never the same.
This is the best Christmas present of all! Nothing can compare to receiving the gift of Jesus Christ because His salvation is the ultimate gift of forgiveness and eternal life.
God loves you and me so much that He sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to earth as a baby. God sent Him so you could have meaning, purpose, and a future with Him. He sent Jesus to teach us, and most of all to save us – the Sinless One taking on the sins of the world. God didn’t walk away or give up on restoring our relationship with Him. He provided the way to everlasting life!
It’s my prayer that you would remember God’s love for you this Christmas and that you would be bold in sharing this gift with the world. Nothing can compare to receiving the ultimate gift of Jesus Christ because His salvation is the ultimate gift of forgiveness.
It will be the best Christmas present you could ever give someone!
Good Tidings of Great Joy
Wednesday, December 25, 2019
by Dr. Paul Chappell
“And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.”
Luke 2:8–11
Surveys show that for many people Christmas is one of the most stressful times of year. Yet it is meant to be a time of joyful celebration. When the angel announced the birth of Jesus Christ he called it news of “great joy.” Too often we allow the pressures of the event to overshadow that joy. Finances, strained relationships, time pressure, and stress can turn Christmas into a difficult day rather than a celebration. But that should not be true of God’s children.
Dr. John Rice wrote, “Christmas joy does not depend on the outward trappings of Christmas. You may be lonely, poor, and cold, neglected by the children, forgotten by your friends, yet may have the glad Christmas joy in your heart as Paul had, shut up in prison cells at Rome! Be sure to open your heart and let the dear Lord Jesus make it a happy Christmas time for you.”
This is a day of good news as we celebrate the birth of the Saviour. Even though those around us may not understand the real meaning of this special day, we who know the truth should not lose sight of it. Let it be said of us as it was said of the wise men: “When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy” (Matthew 2:10). May your Christmas truly be merry and blessed.
Today's Growth Principle:
As you celebrate Christmas, rejoice in the glad tidings of the hope for eternity God has given us.
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