"For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God." Ephesians 2:8
"He's making a list, checking it twice,
gonna find out who's naughty or nice..."
What a helpful stanza this for teachers and others to cite at school to get children focused and to stay on task. If ever there is a time everyone wants to be found on the nice list, it is now. No one wants to forfeit a single gift from Santa because their name ended up on the naughty list. When all is said and done though, the power of Christmas for desired behavior is seasonal.
During this CHRISTmas season, i am thankfully reminded that the most incredible gift of all, eternal life, doesn't depend on what i do, but what has already been done for me. No matter the season, whether i'm in the mood to be good or not has no bearing on my receiving and keeping this gift from God. Once i accepted Jesus as my Savior, my name was placed on His list as a believer, not just for a season but forever.
The power of CHRIST... all-sufficient, all-powerful, all-lasting.
Thank You, Father.
we are loved and chosen by God,
may we live like we believe it,
love, JOY and peace to you,
veneal
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