For unto you is born this
day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord. —Luke 2:11(KJV)
Unto
us a child is born—but not just any child! He is a
child born to save the world. He is a child born to save
you and me. He is a child born to change our hearts. This child speaks hope
where the world speaks discouragement. This child gives joy where the world
offers despair. ”He will give a crown of beauty for ashes, a joyous blessing
instead of mourning, festive praise instead of despair” (Isaiah 61:3a,
NLT).This child gives what the world can never give—peace
in the heart of mankind.
Sin separates us from peace
that our hearts long to know. Jesus Christ came into the world to lay down his life
so we could experience the peace of His loving forgiveness and grace. His
purpose was you, and it was me. He was not forced to give up His life, but He
gave it freely without restraint. Because of His obedient and sacrificial love,
sin was crucified at Calvary. Now we can go into the presence of an almighty
God and find help in our times of need (Hebrews 4:16). There is hope in the
midst of discouragement and despair. There is the promise of eternal life to
come—and joy and peace now. Jesus’ name is the name above all other names. He
is the one who is your answer.
Are you struggling with
despair and hopelessness? This Christmas ask Him into your heart, and invite
his presence to take what you were never created to handle. His peace which
exceeds anything your mind can fathom will guard your heart and mind
(Philippians 4:6-7). His joy will claim you. His purpose will guide you. His
power will sustain you. His promise will fill you. He offers a beautiful life
for the ashes of a burned-out one. He offers a life of joyous blessing and
praise instead of a heart of despair. He offers hope and an abundant life. Just
ask Him. Surrender what has separated you from His love. Surrender all that has
burdened you. Give it all up. This Christmas reach for Him.
© 2017 Lynn Lacher
www.lynnlacher.com
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