When we think about Christmas, we think about generosity, love, family, sharing with others, joy and peace among other things. We become givers. We share with others in a way that we usually do not share throughout the year. However, the greatest giver is God Himself. John 3:16 reminds us of this fact: “For God so loved the world that He GAVE…… He gave the BEST. He gave of Himself. He gave Himself for all of humanity. He gave because He loves us. The true essence of Christmas is realized in John 3:16. He gave so that we could have life, and life in abundance.
It is true that all of us have suffered in some way or another in 2020, so God’s love and grace are even more important in this season. Make a decision today to disconnect from all the bad news and be reminded of the goodness of God. Take some time out to read His Holy word. Reach out to your family and friends and share God’s love with them. Cultivate an atmosphere of the joy of the Lord so that anyone that gets close to you in this Holiday season would also be able to experience His joy through your words and actions.
In closing, my prayer for you in this season is that you enjoy the life, liberty, freedom, joy and peace that God has so richly blessed us with. May you experience His love so profoundly that it will overflow to your family and friends. May you experience the Christ of Christmas, With love and respect always, Pastor Victor Nazario. MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Isaiah 9:6 “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon His shoulder: and His name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.”
