“God saved you by His grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it.” (Ephesians 2:8-9 NLT)
As we journey toward Christmas, let us reflect on the profound truth that throughout our lives we will inevitably give ourselves to something. People often devote their lives to things they can boast about -- pleasure, possessions, popularity, or power. However, true followers of Christ understand that the highest and best use of a human life is to give ourselves to others, pointing them toward faith in Christ.
Let us remember that the greatest gift we can offer is an introduction to the God who sent His Son to redeem us. If we truly believe in the redeeming and transforming power of God's presence in a person's life, then sharing the message of how to be rightly connected to Him becomes our most significant mission.
As we light candles and prepare our hearts for Christmas, let us commit to being signposts that guide others toward God. May we boldly share the good news of Christ's love and redemption, offering the gift of grace to those we encounter. Let us embrace our calling to point people to the Savior, knowing that in doing so, we are giving the greatest gift of all.
-- SOUND BITES Ministry, compiled from a variety of sources
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