As we enter the final stretch toward Christmas, it’s easy to get lost in the hustle and bustle of the season. The online sales, the crowds at the shops, the pressure of planning the perfect food to share, the stress of finding just the right gift—it can all overwhelm us. And, amid all of this, it’s easy to lose sight of what makes Christmas truly special.
Christmas isn’t just about the presents, the food, or even the family gatherings. It’s about celebrating God’s good gifts: His provision, His people, and, ultimately, the greatest gift He gave to us—Jesus Christ. This Christmas, let’s make a conscious effort to give thanks for the blessings we often take for granted, and to remember that the greatest gift we can receive is the gift of a relationship with God through His Son, Jesus.
In the lead-up to Christmas, we’ll be diving into a series of reflections based on key Scripture passages that remind us of God’s goodness and the great gift He has given us through Jesus Christ. We’ll look at how every gift we enjoy is a reflection of God’s generosity, how God gave us Himself in the form of a baby in a manger, and how through His death on the cross, we can receive eternal life.
In the midst of the busyness, the stress, and the shopping, may we pause to give thanks for the greatest gift we could ever receive: the gift of a relationship with God through Jesus Christ. This is the gift that transforms everything.
Merry Christmas!