The Surprise of Christmas By R.T. Kendall

 

The Surprise of Christmas By R.T. Kendall The situation today is like that of ancient Israel 2,000 years ago. The setting is dark. But there is hope. That was the surprise of the first Christmas. God bypassed King Herod and revealed His glory to shepherds. A new pecking order indeed. So, too, the people dwelling in dark America must be reminded of the great Light. “The fullness of time” (Galatians 4:4)—when “the Word became flesh” (John 1:14)—happened when conditions were the darkest. It was as if God waited until all seemed beyond hope. God is like that. It is His style. Not only choosing the time but also the most unlikely place—Galilee. The same God who sent Jesus in the fullness of time is still in control. And His salvation remains the best Christmas gift ever.

TODAY’S PRAYER Heavenly Father, may the joy of my salvation in the gift of Your Son fill every longing of my heart. Help me to share this gift with those who need Your forgiveness and redemption. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.