It\u2019s that time of year when we\u2019re beginning to celebrate Christmas. Parades, parties at work, shopping, cooking, etc. We ask our loved ones what is they would like to have for Christmas. We try to get them that perfect gift. Sometimes even have an unofficial contest seeing who buys the best gift. I admit, I like to watch my family open their presents. Especially the ones that I know they are going to truly be thankful for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I don\u2019t want to take anything away from the festivities of this time of year. I think they play a big role in making it special. After all, we are celebrating the birth of our Lord and Savior. We should be doing special things. But I would like to suggest that we keep things in focus. The things that are really important. Let\u2019s not forget that before Jesus, the world was enslaved to sin. Let\u2019s not forget why he came to be human. Let\u2019s not forget that our salvation should influence how we live. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
God will provide. The Bible tells us that he will give us all that we need. This Christmas, let\u2019s remember that through Jesus we have already received the greatest gift: Being forgiven! And that gives us hope, peace, and joy. That gives us the promise of eternal life. Awesome! As we celebrate, let\u2019s remember those things. To seek him first, and we will receive all we need. Let\u2019s be thankful to have Christ\u2019s love. And let\u2019s let that guide us through this holiday.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
It\u2019s that time of year when we\u2019re beginning to celebrate Christmas. Parades, parties at work, shopping, cooking, etc. We ask our loved ones what is they would like to have for Christmas. We try to get them that perfect gift. Sometimes even have an unofficial contest seeing who buys the best gift. I admit, I … <\/p>\n