God Gave
God so loved the world that He gave Jesus, Christ the Lord, eternal God, our Savior. (John 3:16)
His incomprehensible gift results in salvation, in glory, in eternal life, for those who believe in Jesus Christ.
The angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people; for today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.” (Luke 2:10–11)
We celebrate Christ’s birth especially at Christmas, but He is a gift bringing believers joy every day, every moment.
Jesus Christ is the image of God, manifesting the Father in ways we can (more or less) comprehend. He shows us how much God loves us throughout His time on earth, and, overwhelmingly so, by His voluntary sacrifice for those who believe, so that we might have eternal life, and through His continual interventions for us.
I am determined to mediate on God’s gift, His Son, this Christmas. Will you join me?
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Father, please help us grasp the enormity of Your gift. Please help us rejoice in Your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. Please help us show others Your love.
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Joy to the world! The Lord is come: Let earth receive her King; Let every heart prepare Him room, and heaven ad nature sing. (Thomas Haweis, 1792)
Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among men with whom He is pleased. (Luke 2:14)
