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Wonderful, Eternal Present
by Barbara Thorne
John 3:16 says that "For God so loved the world He gave His only
begotten Son that whosoever believeth on Him should not perish but have
everlasting life."
The Bible tells us in Ephesians 1:4 (AMP), "Even as [in His love] He
chose us [actually picked us out for Himself as His own] in Christ before
the foundation of the world, that we should be holy (consecrated and set
apart for Him) and blameless in His sight, even above reproach, before Him
in love."
This tells us, that before the very beginning of our world, you were on
His mind and that He provided a way for you to be His sons and daughters.
He actually hand picked you, chose you for His own. You didn't just
happen. You weren't an accident. You were planned, on purpose, to be in
His family.
It
is His desire for all to change and have light instead of
darkness, life instead of death, health instead of sickness, and
wealth instead of poverty. Oh what a wonderful eternal present
that is!
- Barbara Thorne |
On the first Christmas day so long ago when our Savior was born, the
angels sang, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth; peace, good
will toward men." You see, the gift of Jesus brings peace. As a
nation we have rallied together in unity. However, as the nation of God we
need to rally around His Word and Him, allowing His peace to replace the
pressures of life.
The realities of His Word and promises are not just a temporary fix but
they are truth and that truth sets us free from the pressures of fear and
life. The Word says that He will meet all our needs according to His
riches in glory by Christ Jesus. He said that by His stripes we were
healed. If that is so then we will stand and be victorious. We will stand
in victory with a peace and confidence.
This holiday season, we need to begin to push away the fears and pressures
of life and receive His peace into our hearts. By this we are not trying
to get to a place of peace with God but we are actually walking in His
peace with a heart that is filled with God's Love, Word and Presence.
No matter what is going on around us, or in our world, we can have His
presence with us at all times. What a gift that is!
As we enter the Christmas season we need to begin to worship the Most High
God. As we worship we will see His glory and peace come into the midst of
our hearts, empowering us so that we can share the most wonderful gift of
all, Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.
To give someone a chance to be born again and receive the most wonderful
gift of eternal life is what this season is all about. As we lead someone
to Him, out of darkness and into the glorious light, we will be doing the
Father's will.
It is His desire for all to change and have light instead of darkness,
life instead of death, health instead of sickness, and wealth instead of
poverty. Oh what a wonderful eternal present that is!
Won't you step out and let the Lord use you?
You can begin by sharing what Jesus did for you. People will be able to
see Jesus in you and want what you have. You don't have to be afraid, all
you have to do is reach inside and there you will find the Father's Love
that surpasses anything and everything.
Let's be fishers of men and share the reason for this season. Have a Merry
Christmas and a happy, prosperous New Year!
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