Thursday, December 10
Read John 12:46
As we all have heard “Jesus is the reason for the season”. During this time of year, it’s good to reflect on the Christmas story. However, I think more importantly that we should look into WHY Jesus came to dwell among us.
The verse you read tells us that Jesus came so that whoever believed in Him would no longer remain in darkness. What is the definition of darkness in your own words? Name some things in this world and in your life that can cause you darkness.
Good news. Everything you just named is no longer yours to walk in. Why? Because God’s Word is truth. And God tells us that he came into this world so that you and I do not have to deal with those dark things. Believe Him for these promise are true.
Friday, December 11
Read John 3:17
Condemn: (verb) to express complete disapproval of, typically in public
Can you imagine how different the story of Christmas would be if Jesus came to this world to express to everyone how disappointed He was in us? Unfortunately, this is something that a lot of people believe. The would believes that Jesus wants to constantly tell us He is angry with us and that we are not good enough for Him. Clearly, from the word of His own mouth, this is not true. Does anything come to mind that you believe God is disappointed in you about? Do you see now that He is not disappointed? He looks at you in approval. He loves you. He believes in you because He made you. You are His child. His own.
Saved: (verb) to keep safe or rescue (something or someone) from harm or danger
Jesus came into this world to RESCUE us. He came so that we are no longer in danger of death and hopelessness. He came to take us out of our hurting and into a loving and intimate relationship with Him. Is there something you need to be rescued from? What is it? Spend some time giving those things over to the Lord. All you have to do is ask. He will never refuse. He is our salvation. And praise Him for the safe keeper and rescuer that He is!
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