As I reflect this morning on the significance of this day, I am filled with great joy. It was a day much like today, filled with the crispness of a winter morning, that a young couple experienced the birth of her child. They had left the comforts of their home town in response to the edict of the Romans and traveled the miles over rough terrain to the birthplace of their family, the little town of Bethlehem.
There surrounded by strangers, in a strange place, under difficult circumstances the Christ Child was born. Jesus, the Savior, the ultimate gift from God came into this world not as a warrior, but a child.
The Bible says “God SO LOVED HE GAVE.” That is the core truth of Christmas. Love always is expressed in giving, not receiving.
As you reflect on Christmas, think with me about giving. I am prone to think about tangibles gifts, things I know people would love. Of course there is never enough money to buy everything we are tempted to buy for those we love. So let me suggest a list of gifts you can give that will not cost you anything.
1. The gift of encouragement. Who in your life is dealing with tough times and needs a word of encouragement.
2. The gift of a hug. There are times when words fall short. An embrace will say more than a thousand words.
3. The gift of helps. Perhaps some small token of helping someone in need with say “I love you”.
4. A note of appreciation. Use your words not Hallmark!
There are others I am sure you can think of. My prayer for you is that there would flow from your heart the gift of love to those God has brought into your life.
Merry Christmas,
Pastor Paul
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
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