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Isaiah 9:6 – For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. (NKJV)
Our youngest child, who is five years old, has said for the last week, "I wonder what I'm getting for Christmas?" My reply is, "I wonder, too!" As she spoke those words, I thought, every child across the world is asking the same question. And probably just as many parents had the same response. Christmas is unfortunately a time of stress instead of a time of joy, because we feel the pressure of "What should I get for my family or friends?" or "Should I buy for everybody or just those close to me?" or "How much should I spend this year?" or "Will they like it?"
I thank God that the gift He gave thousands of years ago was and still is without charge. He gave His Son because of the great love He has for us. We all are familiar with John 3:16 – "For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him shall not perish, but have everlasting life." (KJV) His gift-giving technique outshines all the others. All God asks in return is that we obey and believe in His only begotten Son.
Jesus so graciously gave His life for us. He took the whole world's sin upon His shoulder. He is wonderful; He has been a counsellor to me in times of need. There is a saying, "He is a lawyer in a court room and a doctor in a sick room." Well, Jesus has been all those things and more to me. He is everything we need. His gift is continuous, not just in December. He has been peace in the midst of a storm; He is mighty. Why am I saying all this? When we receive gifts from family or friends, those gifts are temporary; the gift of Jesus Christ lasts a lifetime. And it all started when God the Father gave His Son. Merry Christmas!
Prayer: Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your wonderful gift of Jesus. We ask that You would bless each of us during this special time, and that we would remember the true meaning of Christmas. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
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Gloria Sanders <gloria.sanders@hotmail.com>
Huntsville, Alabama, USA
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Thanks Gloria, blessings.
Tears came as I read this beautiful message of Hope.
Gloria, thanks for causing me to raise my “thanks be to God for His glorious gift”!!! Have a blessed day!
Wow – Amen!
Thank you, Gloria.
Merry Christmas to you too.
Thank you for writing this devotional.
Reminding me of the true meaning of Christmas.
Blessings to you and yours.
Gloria,
Thank you so much for your encouraging words.
God’s Blessings to you and your family at this Christmas Season.
Good morning, Gloria,
It is true, Jesus is the best gift ever…our forever friend!!
Thank you and God bless you.
Merry Christmas.
Good morning, Gloria,
You maybe don’t even remember writing this devotional. It is really a wonderful message to us all at this time of the year. I join with you in this beautiful prayer. Blessings.
Many thanks Gloria for having written the devotional presented today. Your words are so true that gifts we receive from others at Christmas are temporary but when we receive Jesus that is a lifetime gift. He is the greatest gift to have in our daily lives and is ever ready to hear our prayers and give us much peace and joy as we follow His word. Blessings for your writing and may you enjoy a wonderful Christmas.
Thank you, Gloria, for helping us remember the most important gift at Christmas.