“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16
Thought
God wants us to have life! Real life. Life that lasts forever with him! That’s why he sent Jesus, so we could have life. That is why Jesus left him and came to earth. That is why Jesus endured the Cross and its humiliation. That’s why Jesus rose from the dead. God loves us with an everlasting love in Jesus! What other Christmas gift can compare? “O come, let us adore him!”
Prayer
Of all your gifts, loving Father, none can compare to Jesus. You are worthy of praise simply because of who you are. You are worthy of honor because of all that you have done. You are worthy of praise because of your mighty acts. Most of all, you are worthy of my heart, soul, mind, and strength because of your love demonstrated in Jesus. Thank you for the greatest gift of all! In Jesus’ name I praise you. Amen.
By Phil Ware
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Further Reading
• God Peels Back the Layers until the Real You is Revealed …
• A Very Real Dream – I Nearly Drowned – By Anton Rautenbach
• A Thankful Man Is a Humble Man – by Francis Frangipane