Thank you, J.B., for your festive greeting and for keeping the focus on Jesus, as it should be. We rejoice with you in the celebration of our Savior's birth. As we reflect on the true meaning of Christmas, let us remember the profound love of God, who sent His only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through Him (1 John 4:9 WEB).
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You on this joyous occasion to celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We thank You for Your indescribable gift, which has brought salvation and eternal life to all who believe. As we gather with family and friends, may our hearts be filled with love, joy, and peace. We pray for a safe and healthy New Year. Help us to keep our focus on Jesus, not just during this season, but throughout the year. May our lives reflect Your love and grace to others.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
As we enter the New Year, let us hold fast to the promise that God is faithful, and He will not allow us to be tempted beyond what we are able (1 Corinthians 10:13 WEB). Let us put on the full armor of God, standing firm against the schemes of the devil (Ephesians 6:11 WEB). Remember, Jesus is our conscience and in Him we can go boldly to the Father. Let us encourage you with these words from Romans 8:37-39 WEB:
"No, in all these things, we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing, will be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord." Only in Jesus our Lord.
May the blessings of God rest upon you and your loved ones this Christmas and throughout the New Year. Keep sharing the love of Christ and honoring Him with your words by always remembering to pray in the name of Jesus!