And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name Jesus: for he shall save his people from their sins.
Matthew 1:21
But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.
Romans 5:8
It is Christmas Day, and I hope that you are enjoying the day and spending some time with friends and family. I just wanted to take a minute to thank God for the one gift that we can all be thankful for: sending His Son Jesus Christ into the world to die for my sins and for your sins.
He came to save His people from their sins. He came to save me from my sins. I am a wicked, vile, evil sinner. But Jesus Christ came to this earth, became a man, and died for my sins. If Christmas is nothing else, it is a day to remember our Lord Jesus Christ and to remember His gift to us. He gave Himself that we might live. I am so thankful!
Justified Freely 
Posted by Linda Kruschke on December 26, 2010 at 12:07 am
Ben, That gift should make every person merry on Christmas! I know it does me. Peace and Merry Christmas, Linda
Posted by justifiedfreely on December 26, 2010 at 8:20 am
It does me too. Even if you never got another gift in your entire life, that is the one gift that will matter for all of eternity!
Posted by Debbie on December 27, 2010 at 10:42 am
Thank you, Ben, for making our Christmas so extra special with your posts! You have blessed me and helped me focus on Jesus this year!
Posted by justifiedfreely on December 27, 2010 at 10:56 am
I appreciate the encouragement. It’s always nice to know that the Lord has used something like this to help someone else!
Posted by Ann on December 27, 2010 at 2:16 pm
Thank you, Ben
It’s easy to lose Him in the wrappings, decorations and food! Thanks for reminding us.
Blessings,
ann
Posted by justifiedfreely on December 28, 2010 at 9:52 am
Thanks, Ann. It is easy to let the true meaning get lost, especially around all of the festivities of the holidays. Have a happy New Year!