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Don’t Forget to Redeem the Most Precious Gift

By Wanda

 

As I sit composing this post, the Christmas tree twinkles with the glow of soft white lights.  The packages are clothed in vast array of colored papers and finished with the kiss of a coordinating bow. Except for a for stragglers, who have yet to don their royal dressings.  Yes indeed it’s beginning to feel and look a lot like Christmas around my place.

Yet in a few short days, all the majestic wrappings will be stripped away to reveal what’s housed inside of those pretty packages. And if I’m honest most of those lovely packages will be just a faint memory this time next year.  Although I attempt to get things my family  will, we all know that it’s not the packaging that’s the real gift. And some times the wrapping on the outside looks far better than what’s contained inside.

As I think about the packages, I think about humanity. For our Lord knew exactly what was on the inside of each of us. Yet he chose to Advent Tabletop Devotionalredeem us.  It was His love for the world that caused Him to send the gift of His precious son-Jesus.

Whether your tree is brimming with gifts or underneath it looks rather bare, let us not forget that the most precious gift can not be found under the tree. But He chose to hang on a cross for you and me.  The greatest gift has already been extended to us,  however, it’s up to us to receive His gift.

Have you accepted the gift of His salvation?

Are you redeeming the gift of time?

Are you making proper use of the gift of influence?

Are you relishing in the gift of God’s redeeming love?

Are you accepting the gift of His grace and mercy?

I pray your answers are yes but if not, today is the perfect day to open the gift and you don’t even have to wait till Christmas.

Wishing you & yours a very Merry Christmas!


Disclosure: Today’s post was inspired by DaySpring (in)spired deals. I was provided a free copy of these product from Day Springs  in exchange for a review. Views and opinions expressed are my own. This post contains affiliate links.
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  1. Angel @ Finding The Inspiring says

    22 December, 2012 at 10:31 am

    Yes! There is no better time than today to accept His wonderful gift! I too have been reflecting on these things and praying for those around me who have yet to “redeem the most precious gift”. Merry Christmas to you too!
    Angel @ Finding The Inspiring recently posted..My GIft To YouMy Profile

    • Wanda says

      23 December, 2012 at 8:15 am

      Thank you Angel. I pray that today is the day of salvation for someone. Many blessings to you.

  2. Elizabeth West says

    22 December, 2012 at 12:05 pm

    Merry Christmas, Wanda!

    • Wanda says

      23 December, 2012 at 8:17 am

      Thank you Elizabeth. It’s been a joy exchanging with you this year. Looking forward to what news the New Year brings for you & yours. Many blessings to you.

  3. Amy Turner says

    22 December, 2012 at 5:57 pm

    In this season of merrymaking and festivities I think we should also set a time to reflect on the one true gift to us, the birth of Christ. This is the perfect time to thank God for all the blessings we enjoy daily and keeping us safe and sane from the crazy things around us.
    Amy Turner recently posted..Credit Card Airport Lounge AccessMy Profile

    • Wanda says

      24 December, 2012 at 1:37 pm

      So true Amy. Hope you & your family enjoy a Merry Christmas.

  4. LaVonne says

    23 December, 2012 at 10:09 am

    Yes, and Amen! Merry Christmas! And, may you be as generously watered as you have watered all year long. His abundance is yours.
    LaVonne recently posted..Immersion – Your ExpectationMy Profile

    • Wanda says

      24 December, 2012 at 7:13 am

      Thank you sweet friend. It’s truly been a blessing to have met you in blogland. Your words stretch and encourage me. Merry Christmas.

  5. Connie Arnold says

    23 December, 2012 at 9:09 pm

    That’s a beautiful reminder about the true gift of Christmas, Wanda. Have a wonderful Christmas, filled with the joy of God’s great love and the gift of His Son!
    Connie Arnold recently posted..Blessed GiftMy Profile

    • Wanda says

      24 December, 2012 at 7:14 am

      Thank you Connie. May God’s love & peace permeate your home through this Christmas and in the coming year.

  6. Denise says

    24 December, 2012 at 6:19 am

    Merry Christmas my friend! Wishing you and your family great Christmas joy filled with His love and grace! <3
    Denise
    Denise recently posted..God’s Gift of HopeMy Profile

    • Wanda says

      24 December, 2012 at 7:15 am

      Thank you sweet lady! Wishing you a peace & joy filled Christmas season.

  7. Bernadine says

    24 December, 2012 at 9:21 pm

    Merry Christmas Wanda!
    Bernadine recently posted..Happy Birthday To You, Our LordMy Profile

    • Wanda says

      25 December, 2012 at 12:20 am

      Thanks Bernadine. Wishing you & yours a very Merry Christmas

  8. Ella says

    25 December, 2012 at 6:35 am

    Beautiful Wanda!
    Merry Christmas to you n’ yours~
    Ella recently posted..Happy Holidays to you and yoursMy Profile

  9. Shannon @ I Survived & Now I Run says

    26 December, 2012 at 4:34 pm

    I think that people often get caught up in the season and forget the reason for it! Thanks for sharing Wanda, blessings.
    Shannon @ I Survived & Now I Run recently posted..Christmas Was Fam-TasticMy Profile

    • Wanda says

      29 December, 2012 at 3:39 pm

      Blessings to you Shannon. Hope you & your family are enjoying a Happy Holiday season.

  10. Kim @ Stuff could.... says

    29 December, 2012 at 5:16 pm

    There ain’t no better gift than His
    Kim @ Stuff could…. recently posted..The Best of Christmas 2012My Profile

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