1 JOHN 1:1-2

That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we looked upon and have touched with our hands, concerning the word of life— the life was made manifest, and we have seen it, and testify to it and proclaim to you the eternal life, which was with the Father and was made manifest to us—

TO PONDER:

A few years ago, I interviewed a foundation member of this congregation on camera to preserve the early story of the congregation. During the interview I asked her, ‘If you could give any message to the parents and young people , what would you say?’ 

With a tear in her eye, she responded, ‘I would tell them that there is nothing better in the world than Jesus. That they will not find a greater satisfaction, happiness, joyfulness in anything else but in Jesus, worshipping God, reading his Word – that’s the message that I would give them.’

How similar to Grandpa John’s message in today’s reading. Nearing the end of his life, he wants to pass on to his spiritual children what’s important to him and it is this: ‘Your life is about Jesus, the Christ. His grace is here. His love has come, forgiveness has been granted.’ 

That’s a gift that cannot be surpassed. A gift that brings joy in every moment. So what final message would you leave to those who follow you? Maybe share it with them while you are still here!

PRAYER:

Lord Jesus Christ, our life begins and ends in you. Our joy is complete in you. Let the good news of Christmas remain with us every day of our lives. Amen.

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