"For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given..." — Isaiah 9:6
In the middle-class of the "Christmas rush"—the tangled lights, the final grocery runs, and the mountain of wrapping paper—it is so easy to treat Jesus like a guest we forgot to invite to His own party. We deck the halls and set the table, but sometimes the "Birthday Boy" gets pushed into the corner of our hearts while the festivities take center stage.
But think about that first Christmas. There was no tinsel, no matching sweaters, and no perfect lighting. There was just a cold stable, a humble manger, and a King who chose to become small so that we could know how big God’s love truly is.
Christmas isn't just a holiday; it’s a rescue mission. God didn't send a program, a policy, or a philosophy to save us—He sent a Person. When we focus on the "Birthday Boy," the pressure of the season starts to melt away. We realize that:
- Peace isn't the absence of a busy schedule; it’s the presence of Christ.
- Joy isn't found in what’s under the tree, but in who hung on the tree for us.
- Love is a God who stepped out of heaven to be "Immanuel"—God with us.
Today, as you look at the lights and hear the music, take a second to pause. Imagine the manger sitting right in the middle of your living room. Before the food is served and the gifts are opened, give Him the gift He wants most: your attention, your gratitude, and your heart.
Lord, thank You for the gift of Your Son. In all the noise of the season, help me to hear the quiet cry of the Baby in the manger. Help me to remember that You are the reason we celebrate, the hope we cling to, and the light that never goes out. May my life be a " Birthday" message to You today. Amen.
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