This Christmas Day as we each think about where we fall in the midst of the Christmas story, remember God’s call to us. It is God’s intention that His glory shine through us, His children, in the way we walk, talk, work, and live with others. Take up the mantle to spread the glory of Christmas wherever you go!
Read MoreThe wise men on Christmas were the first gentiles to worship Jesus Christ— as soon as they reached Him, the men humbled themselves before the Son of God and offered valuable treasures. We should remember this response and remind ourselves, even when we feel like we have everything figured out, that in our relationship with God, everything we have is by His grace. We should take a lesson from the wise men and challenge ourselves to offer God our best.
Read MoreThe shepherds on Christmas may have been considered outside of society or unclean, but God used them to proclaim the good news of Jesus’ birth to the world. God’s glory is meant for all people, even those considered foreign or unworthy by society. He calls each of us to spread the good news to all we encounter.
Read MoreGod often chooses to use those people who are average or insignificant to demonstrate His glory. It is challenging for us to share the glory of Christmas with others, especially those we deem underserving, but God’s glory is for all people. This Christmas, try to spend time, give an unearned gift, or share the gospel with someone who needs it, regardless of how worthy they seem—because none of us is worthy of God’s glory, yet we may all receive it.
Read MoreAs we begin “The Glory of Christmas,” we consider Mary, and her response to experiencing God’s glory firsthand. Just like Mary, we may find the weight of God’s glory overwhelming, but we can know that God has a grand plan for each of us and we can rest in the glory of His favor.
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