After the presents have been opened, the dinners eaten, the family's laughter, the games have been played, and the celebrations, um, celebrated, I'm left with memories. Memories of enjoyment, memories of merriment, memories of impacting my family. Memories of giving of ourselves to one another.
Christmas is about the celebration of the birth of Jesus. Christmas is a reminder of the greatest gift ever given - the Savior's own life in exchange for my sin. This, above all, is the greatest gift ever given.
I'll enjoy the festivities with friends and family. I'll enjoy the food, the discussions, the gifts. And through it all, I'll remember the gift of a newborn who would grow to give His life for the forgiveness of a debt no one could ever repay.
Thank you, my Lord, Savior, and God, Jesus Christ. Thank You for taking on human form,living a sinless life, and offering the greatest gift: the gift of Yourself for the forgiveness of the debt of my sin.
Merry Christmas.
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i had fun this year too. and i am so glad we have family who know the Lord! i too, reflect on Jesus and His sacrifice for us. we are truly blessed to be known by Him and to have forgiveness through Him!
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