The Greatest Gift

VERSE:                                                            Isaiah 9:6

For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

REFLECTION:                                        

What gifts did you get for Christmas this year? What gifts did you give this year? Did you remember the greatest gift ever given, the gift of Jesus Christ given so that we may live? During this season of Christmas so much is commercialized that many forget the real reason for the season. Many of us get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the season that we don’t stop to think about the greatest gift ever given.

God gave his only Son so that if we believe we will have everlasting life (John 3:16). According to this verse there is a lot more to that gift. Jesus was not just a little baby lying in a manger He came to earth with a purpose and part of that purpose is to be a Counselor to those her has a personal relationship with. He will pour the Holy Spirit into the believers so that we may be guided in our lives.

Jesus is also Wonderful. During this time of chaos and hectic running around the one constant is Jesus and the faith we have in Him to continue the good work in us. This also goes hand in hand with Him being the Prince of Peace. He gives us a peace during those difficult times. He gives us a peace during those times that we struggle or feel helpless.

He is also a Mighty God and the Everlasting Father. He is mighty to move mountains and He can move those mountains that prevent us from reaching our spiritual goals. We should have spiritual goals and be guided by Jesus to reach those goals. Being the Everlasting Father allows Him to be the Father to the Fatherless. There are too many children growing up without fathers in their lives. Jesus can fill that void. All you have to do is admit that you are a sinner, Believe that Jesus came to earth and died on the cross for your sins, confess of your sins and ask for forgiveness.

Open the greatest gift today, the gift of everlasting life through your fervent belief in Jesus Christ.

PRAYER:

Thank God for the gift of Jesus. Ask God for forgiveness of your sins. Pray for those who are lost that they may open the greatest gift, Jesus.