The Birth of a Sacrifice and a New Reign

Thank God for the privilege to celebrate in remembrance the birth of His Son, Jesus, this season. It’s 25th already, and final merry routine checks going on; tree lights on - check, oven's hot - check, presents wrapped - check, cards sent - check, … - check, check. So, Merry Christmas.

Matthew 1:21, Luke 1:31-33.
...and you shall call his name JESUS;
- for he shall save his people from their sins. (True sacrifice)
- And he shall reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there shall be no end. (New Reign)

And that is the good tidings of great joy we have in celebrating Christmas - the birth of the Saviour: a sacrifice and a new reign. (Luke 2:10-11)

Today as we celebrate the birth of Jesus, may we keep in our hearts these words that reveal the purpose of His birth. He was born to save from sin as many as believe, and establish his reign in our hearts for a living relationship with God. If you have never made a prayer of faith to accept Jesus into your heart, you can do it today (here) and begin your new walk in His reign.

Merry Christmas and God bless you.

Further reading: Titus 2:11-14.
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