The GIFT that keeps on giving

AD'VENT, n.  A coming; appropriately the coming of our Savior, and in the calendar, it includes four Sabbaths before Christmas.  It is intended as a season of devotion, with reference to the coming of Christ in the flesh, and His second coming to judge the world.
The second week of advent brings with it the reminder that while giving and receiving temporal gifts may be on the forefront of our thoughts, God’s eternal gift is one that keeps on giving, free of charge, forever. 
Romans 3:22b-24 says, “For there is no distinction:  for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and are justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus…”
“Jesus, the ultimate gift, thank you for freely giving to us what we absolutely had to have.  You are the perfect gift and Your Father is the perfect gift giver.  The Spirit allows us to enjoy your gift each day!  Help us to remember in this hectic season that all other gifts pale in comparison to You.  Help us also to find the joy in giving in the same way You experienced joy as you gave Your life for us.”
Remember, the Father loved us enough to send His son as the greatest gift ever.

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One of the best things about Christmas for me is...

• The amazing story of how God entered this world as a baby. 
• The gifts that Jesus brought to earth
• The various traditions that makes me appreciate my church and immediate family.
• The decorations and lights all over the city
• Eggnog