For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. —John 3:16 (NKJV)
As you celebrate Christmas this year, one of the things you must understand is that Christmas is a celebration of the love of God. Mankind was in a dying state; the first man, Adam, disobeyed God and fell from glory. Unfortunately, this fall affected all of humanity. As the Bible records:
Therefore, just as through one man sin entered the world, and death through sin, and thus death spread to all men, because all sinned— —Romans 5:12 (NKJV)
However, God in His infinite mercy and unending love decided to execute a plan to bring man out of this state of spiritual death. This plan was a direct reflection of His love for mankind, and that plan was Jesus.
Jesus came into this world, took our place in suffering, condemnation, and judgment, and when He was finished, He brought us out of spiritual death and gave us His life. He restored us to God, and today, we are seated together with Him in the heavenly places (Ephesians 2:6).
Therefore, as you celebrate Christmas this season, remember that God loves you and He proved it by sending His Son, Jesus, to pay the ultimate price for you. Refuse to believe otherwise and do not allow anything to steal your joy.
If there is anything you are trusting God for, believe that it will certainly come to pass because:
He who did not spare His own Son, but delivered Him up for us all, how shall He not with Him also freely give us all things? —Romans 8:32 (NKJV)
Did you see that? Celebrate with this truth in mind: He truly loves you and wants the best for you. Hallelujah!
Today’s Rhema
God loves you, and He proved it by sending His Son, Jesus, to pay the ultimate price for you!
Confession for the Day
Father, I am grateful for Your love and for Your mercy. I will continue to bask in Your glory and in Your love now and all the days of my life, in Jesus’ name. Amen!
