Inspirational article from Joanne Lowe

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“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

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