Recently, I read a few passages in my Bible in the book of Luke. I rejoiced as I read of Christ's love, compassion, and selflessness. He didn't turn away anyone who longed to hear his teaching or anyone who needed healing no matter how tired his earthly body was. I began to realize how small we really are and how kind Jesus was to come down to earth to proclaim His word and die so that those who believe in His saving work on the cross and choose to live for Him won't have to go to eternal punishment at the end of their lives. Instead, those who believe get to live in God's home, Heaven, with Him for eternity! The gospel is soooo amazing!
Thanksgiving is just a day away. It is a wonderful time where people gather to be thankful for all that they have. But I want to challenge those of you who read this, who haven't trusted in Christ for salvation, to examine yourself. To whom are you being thankful this season? Are you thankful that someone cooked a turkey so you can eat it? But who created the Turkey? Are you thankful that someone grew cranberries so you could make cranberry sauce? But who created the cranberries? Are you thankful that someone baked a delicious pumpkin pie so you can enjoy it? Who created the pumpkins and the spices people use to make the pies? Are you thankful that you have a wonderful family that loves you? Who created your family? Are you thankful that you have a job? Who gave you your job? What about your house and clothes and food? There is only One who has given you everything you have, and who holds your every breath in His hands. This is Jesus Christ the One who came to earth to proclaim His word and die for your sins. His love never ends. His hands are held out to you and He is ready to take you and make you one of His children. If you confess your sins, believe in His saving work on the cross, and choose to follow Him all the days of your life, He will save you. He never turns anyone away who goes to Him with a sincere and willing heart. Jesus is real and He is the ultimate giver of all things. He wants you to know that. Remember to thank Him this season, for He has given you everything.
Happy Thanksgiving!
~Madi
