Following Jesus at Christmasنموونە

As promised, He came close to be with us. It’s essential that we don’t view Jesus as just a new character introduced in the New Testament, but understand that Jesus is God and is called the Word of God made flesh. He was from the beginning and present at the beginning of creation. It’s a powerful and wonderful mystery that God would humble Himself and come as a man to intervene and rescue us. He is the visible image and glory of God and the embodiment of the Word. And how does this powerful God choose to reveal Himself through Jesus? He is fully truth and fully grace; it’s not fifty-fifty, but 100 percent of both. That’s why when Jesus encountered the woman caught in adultery, He said, “Go and sin no more” (John 8:11, NKJV). There was grace and truth. His grace forgives, and His truth calls us to an elevated life!

Reflection

• Is the Bible a priority in your life?
• When was the last time you allowed God’s Word to challenge and shape how you live, work, and treat others?
• How can you live with grace and truth in your life?