This week I see evidence everywhere of Christmas approaching. The commercial side. The spiritual side. And the I-don’t-want-to-offend-anyone-so-I’ll-just-say-happy-holidays side. It’s all out there.
Today, however, I think about the Cross.
The miraculous birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ, is cause for celebration. Absolutely. But the real party begins when a lost soul finds his or her way to the Cross where that Savior died for them – to the empty tomb where He rose from the dead and made it possible for them to have forgiveness and an eternity in Glory. To live their years on earth walking in close relationship with Him.
The greatest price was paid. For you. For me. For all of mankind. And Jesus offers this gift free of charge.
Matt Redman’s song, Once Again, has words to ponder this Christmas season.
Jesus Christ, I think upon Your sacrifice
You became nothing, Poured out to death
Many times, I’ve wondered at your gift of life
I’m in that place once again
I’m in that place once again
Once again I look upon the cross where You died
I’m humbled by Your mercy and I’m broken inside
Once again I thank You,
Once again I pour out my life
Now You are exhalted to the highest place
King of the Heavens, where one day I’ll bow
But for now, I’ll marvel at Your saving grace
I’m full of praise once again
Oh I’m full of praise once again
Thank you for the cross, my Friend.
That, folks, is the reason to celebrate.
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It is so true that we can easily forget the cross when we see the manger. The story would read differently for most people if this was kept in mind.