G.I.F.T.

Tonight we had a candlelight service of music and the Word at our church. It brought together a conglomeration of different topics. 

The service was light by candlelight. It reminds me that each of us can be a light to the world around us. If the light is extinguished there is only darkness. 

I am so thankful for the one True Light of the World-Christ Jesus.

John 8:12

"Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying, “I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life.”

Then we sang songs. It's a wonderful time of year where we sing wonderful carols that tell the story of  the birth of Christ and yet the true reason for His coming-to die on the cross.

Ring the Bells

Ring the bells, ring the bells,

Let the whole world know

Christ was born in Bethlehem

Many years ago:

 Born to die that man might live,

Came to earth new life to give,

Born of Mary, born so low,

Many years ago.

God the Father gave His Son,

Gave His own beloved One.

To this wicked, sinful earth,

To bring mankind His love, new birth:

Ring the bells, ring the bells,

Let the whole world know

Christ the Savior lives today

As He did so long ago!

And then our pastor spoke about how we are in the season of giving and getting gifts.

I am so thankful that as I live one day at a time I can be thankful for the ultimate and best GIFT ever given-Christ himself. But, you can think of the GIFT as Good news Is For The world. Everyone can accept this gift. As you spend time with your family and friends, focus on Christ and celebrate the true meaning of Christmas. Be thankful for time together and the gifts that are given to each other in love. Rejoice in the gift of salvation and share with all of those you celebrate.