Our only hope

15 December 2011

Matthew 4:15-18 "The land of Zeb'ulun and the land of Naph'tali, toward the sea, across the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles-- the people who sat in darkness have seen a great light, and for those who sat in the region and shadow of death light has dawned." From that time Jesus began to preach, saying, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand."

How great is our God! The greater we believe in the greatness of our God, the deeper our understanding of God becomes. Many people today have begun to deny the existence of God, and this we see in the change of attitude of those around us, who do as they please without thought of the consequences of their actions.

Christmas is about an insignificant birth of an infant boy to a young virgin girl, a young man chosen to be husband and father, to teach and support them. This infant so humble, the least of all, no threat to any, became who He was called to be, Jesus Christ fully man, fully God. The greatest in heaven became the least on earth, that the least on earth may become great in heaven.

All of democracy, all of the rule of law, international treaties are based on the teachings of Jesus Christ, yet instead of celebrating in thanksgiving and praise, the world turns its back on Jesus Christ and denies Him. Let us celebrate the greatness of our God by recognising what Jesus has actually done for all of us; especially now at Christmas.

Be encouraged today to make a stand for Christmas and its message of hope and salvation for all.

David

Point to ponder: Jesus is the only hope for this world and the world to come.  

  

Question to consider: Do you remember the Christmas message?