1 John 4:9 (NASB)
“By this the love of God was revealed in us, that God has sent His only Son into the world so that we may live through Him.”
Devotional Thought:
The birth of Jesus is the revelation of God’s love. Gratitude rejoices that we live through Him, for His coming was life-giving love.
Three Comments:
- Gratitude sees Christ’s birth as the clearest picture of God’s love.
- Life through Him is the greatest gift.
- Gratitude rejoices that love came down to save us.
Poem – “Love Revealed”
The love of God was shown,
A Son was given,
Life was offered,
Hope was restored,
Christ was born.
The world received the gift,
The heart found its home,
The soul found life,
The sinner found grace,
The lost were loved.
Gratitude lives in His love,
Faith rests in His gift,
Hope breathes in His life,
Joy sings of His mercy,
Love reigns in Christ.
Prayer:
Lord, thank You that Your love was revealed in sending Jesus. Thank You that through Him I live.
Teach me to live daily in the power of Your love. May gratitude overflow from my heart for the life found in Christ.
