WHAT IS IT
“And when they were come into the house, they saw the
young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him: and when
they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and
frankincense, and myrrh.”
Matthew 2: 11
King James Version
“What’s in that big package under the Christmas tree?” Imagine how they would
feel when they unwrapped the package and saw a beautiful card which said “I
forgive you for everything you have ever done to me”. What a wonderful gift of
love that would be for your loved ones and friends! That is exactly what God did
when He sent His beloved Son to be born and die for us. He forgave us for
everything we have ever done to Him.
If Jesus looked in your heart on Christmas morning, would He find things to make
Him happy, or would there be things that make Him sad? Would He find
forgiveness, understanding, compassion, gentleness and love for your loved ones
and friends? Would He hear you say to someone “Please forgive me. I didn’t mean
to hurt you”?
I wonder what would happen if we didn’t turn on the television on Christmas and
gave all of our time to our loved ones. I believe we would have a family reunion
filled with joy, love, and happiness that we have never experienced before. What
if we started the day by singing Happy Birthday to Jesus and then spent all day
telling each other how loving and forgiving He has been to us? What a gift of
love to give to Jesus on His birthday!
What are you giving Jesus for His birthday? Are you giving Him your love, time,
talents and gratitude? What will Jesus find when He unwraps your heart on
Christmas Day? Will He find forgiveness or unforgiveness in your heart on His
birthday?
Joanne Lowe
December 22, 2006
