John 3:16
For God so loved theworld, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shouldnot perish, but have eternal life.
God loves you!
Why was Jesus born?Because “God so loved the world”. The story of Jesus’ birth is not justa warm fuzzy story about a sweet baby born to nice people who were having ahard time. It isn’t just an exciting story about wise men and shepherds and amanger.
The story ofChristmas is the most important message you could ever receive from God.Christmas is God’s message to your heart saying, “I love you.” Even though youhave offended God time and again, even though it would cost the death of HisSon, even though you often ignore God, He loves you enough that He paid thegreatest cost that God could have possibly paid.
The Creator became acreature. God became a man. The Perfect entered the Fallen. God among theungodly. Mercy in the midst of judgment.
As you approachChristmas Day, listen to God’s voice in your heart reminding you, “I love you”.And as you remember His love for you, renew your love for Him. He loves youcompletely—love Him completely! He loves you sacrificially—love Him that waytoo! Be responsive to God’s love in your life.
Journal your love toGod right now in the space provided.