Tis the gifting season! We give gifts at Christmastime, but giving gifts at random times can have much more surprise and joy. Gifts can sometimes give special joy year round. Each time I step out the front door I see this wire plant stand and smile. I am again reminded of our lovely daughter-in-law's thoughtfulness. Thoughtfulness, because the gift was for no special reason and also because she knew what I loved: gardening. Isn't it wonderful to be remembered for no special occasion!
Christmas is a wonderful celebration of God's precious gift to us - Jesus. His gift is not just for December but for eternity! Jesus knows our great need, our pain, our troubles, our helplessness. Sometimes we don't know it though. The thoughtfulness and love of God is beyond description and totally enough to meet our need. Totally enough to erase our sin and darkness. Totally enough to take care of our eternity. And He is able to use all these trials and sorrows in life for His glory and our good so that one day we will understand all that He was doing. I am counting on it.
Counting on God's great care is just what He wants. He stretches me ever so far and grows my faith and trust in Jesus. His Word promises me that His Christmas gift will forever be for me. And His gift is for the whole year! It never wears out or breaks, it is for no special occasion. He is always thinking of me. He goes before me, He comes after me. How great is that? Are you counting on His gift to you? Are you surprised by His love? K.C.
