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| True Spirit of Christmas 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿 “And the King will say, ‘I tell you the truth, when you did it to one of the least of these my brothers and sisters, you were doing it to me!” Matthew 25:40 NLT Do you understand the Christmas spirit? If so how will you serve others in this season? Today people throughout the world still have the opportunity, in their lives, to determine how they will react to Jesus. Right now today many see Him as just a child in the manger, the picture of innocence and purity. Others think of Him as just a man who became a wise teacher. There are some who realize the full implication of His appearance. He came to be the Messiah who calls us to follow wherever He leads. To lay aside our own plans, and stop seeking our own kingdom and let Him be the Lord of our lives. Many have sensed the dramatic changes that are taking place, but find it disturbing. They want to remain king, of their nation, and their own lives. How do you react to Jesus? Do you try to make Him fit into your plans or world view. Humble yourself before Him. Surrender to Him. Make Him your Lord. Worship Him. "When Herod the king heard this, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him." Matthew 2:3 NKJV A remarkable thing is, we have a choice everyday regarding the choice we will make each day. During the holiday season, the encouragement to get in the Christmas spirit is often a nudge toward expressing a festive attitude. “Laylat Al-Milad” this title means “Nativity Night.” The lyrics remind hearers that the spirit of Christmas is found in serving others, in ways like offering a thirsty person water or comforting someone weeping.This Carole reminds us that we can put into practice the true Christmas spirit by caring for others. And amazingly, when we do, we not only serve others but Jesus too. This Christmas, even in the light of the sparkling Christmas tree and surrounded by newly opened presents, the true excitement comes when we turn our attention to the baby named Jesus, who came to “save his people from their sins”. His birth transcends tradition: It should be our central focus as we send praises to God for this indescribable Christmas gift. Remember he is coming again and when he comes he will not be in a manger but in the fullness of his Glory. Lord Jesus, please help us reflect the spirit of Christmas that You modeled by coming to earth not to be served but to serve. In your name we pray hallelujah Amen!🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿 |
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