Well, it’s almost here…the event so many have been waiting for. Not Santa, but you’re close. It’s Christmas; the birth of our Savior! Yeah, I know it probably really didn’t occur on December 25, but it doesn’t matter. Our Savior has a birthday and we have come to celebrate it…in many different ways. Some go to church (even at 11:00pm or midnight!), some exchange presents, some gather with family or friends, some help those who are less fortunate celebrate. All of these are acceptable, good ways to celebrate Jesus’ birth, but each of them can lack something. I pray your celebration will include a time with the Savior telling him how much you love him and appreciate his sacrificial life and death. That is what secured your salvation: his life and death—an unearned, undeserved gift from God. Too often we confuse the facts and think it’s because we’ve been baptized or belong to a church. At times we want to take credit for our salvation. You can’t do it; it’s a gift for those who place their faith in Christ. So as you celebrate Jesus' birth tonight or tomorrow, however you celebrate, take some time to express your love to the Lord and praise his holy name...for he alone is worthy.
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