Pastor Steve has been teaching a series on the gift we need at Christmas. Jesus came as that gift – God’s love, joy, and peace all wrapped up in one unexpected package. No one of that day thought of a baby as the Messiah, the Promised One who would save them from the world. The thing the Jews of the day didn’t realize was that they themselves were part of the world they need to be saved from!
We often don’t realize our need for this gift today either. God’s perfect love, to cast out all fear, give us heavenly peace and deep-rooted joy no matter what our circumstances. We’ll say we want this gift – but too often we want to pick and choose how the gift impacts our lives.
Think about this name of God – Emmanuel, God with us – as you celebrate with family and friends this week. What does it mean in your life to have God with you? How does that (or should that) change you? Let God, the giver of all good things, present you with the gift you need today. Accept His wondrous gift of love, Jesus Christ.
Merry Christmas!
By the way best wishes to the newly married Rachael and Clint – Pastor Steve and Jane have gained a new son. It was delightful celebration of love in this most loving season. God bless!
