What will you give away?

SUMMARY: The writer encourages people to remember to give a gift to Christ during Christmas, as he is the reason for the celebration. They urge their congregation to commit to giving their best service to Jesus through transformed lives willing to serve both inside and outside the church. The writer receives a message the next day that emphasizes Jesus' example of serving as a servant and giving everything. They feel joy to see that the Holy Spirit is inspiring others to prioritize service.

At Christmas time we always think about what to give to our loved ones. Yet it is ironic how many of us forget to set aside a gift for Christ when in reality he is the reason we celebrate Christmas. In the December 11 Sermon I explore the significance of Christ's incarnation as the greatest gift God ever gave us. Jesus came to serve in our midst and gave us his whole life in service. In light of your gift, I felt in my heart exhorting our congregation to celebrate a different Christmas this year; that together we would commit ourselves to give our best service to Jesus through lives transformed and willing to serve inside and outside the church. I encouraged our congregation to become a serving church.

The next day I received the following sentences:

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