WHY CHRISTMAS?

"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." John 3:16

        Merry Christmas!    Merry Christmas!! 
   

I declare this day will be the best of the best Christmases you've ever known. Seeing the review about Christmas and the billions of monies that it generates in the economy, is amazing. Jesus is the most celebrated man to ever live on this earth. His birth is lavishly celebrated and with great style by all and sundry; Christians and non-Christians alike. Looking at the city, you'll see elaborate decorations and lightings; only a truly great King - the King of kings can be celebrated like this. 

Have you ever wondered why since we are celebrating Jesus' birth, we don't send all the gifts and cards to the Church but to people around us? The reason is because Jesus' birth was for a greater purpose than himself. He was born, lived and died for a purpose. What is the true purpose of Jesus' birth, you may ask? 'YOU', 'ME', 'US', 'WE' are the reason for His birth; our salvation is the purpose of His birth. His life was a gift and He brought us the gift of the life.

Therefore, celebrating Christmas is more than celebrating the birth of Jesus; it is also a celebration of mankind and our glorious liberty from sin and death through Christ's birth. This is why, although we give special offerings in Church for Christmas, we do give to and receive lots of gifts from people. 

Make up your mind to celebrate and enjoy this season because it is about YOU. As you do, ensure you re-examine your life and position yourself rightly to continually live a life worth celebrating like Jesus' life! You are the reason for the Christmas.

Further Scripture Study: Isaiah 9:6 

Declare This: Lord, I thank You for coming to earth to set me free. My life is blessed and I am eternally thankful to You for everything You did to save me in Jesus name Amen.