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As we draw near to Christmas, we’re reminded of the warmth, joy, and peace this season brings to so many around the world. Christmas is more than just festivities; it’s a time to reflect on love, community, and the profound message of hope and salvation that resonates with millions.
It’s a celebration of light, not just in our homes with twinkling lights and festive decorations, but in our hearts, where the light of compassion and kindness shines brightest.
The Promise of Salvation in Christmas Joy
This year, as we celebrate, let’s delve into the spiritual significance of our preparations, focusing on the last Sunday of Advent which brings us to a crucial passage in Hebrews 10:5-10:
Therefore, when Christ came into the world, he said: “Sacrifice and offering you did not desire, but a body you prepared for me; with burnt offerings and sin offerings you were not pleased. Then I said, ‘Here I am—it is written about me in the scroll—I have come to do your will, my God.’ ” First he said, “Sacrifices and offerings, burnt offerings and sin offerings you did not desire, nor were you pleased with them”—though they were offered in accordance with the law. Then he said, “Here I am, I have come to do your will.” He sets aside the first to establish the second. And by that will, we have been made holy through the sacrifice of the body of Jesus Christ once for all.
This scripture explains that Jesus came to replace the old system of sacrifices in the temple. Under the old covenant, a high priest would offer animal sacrifices to atone for the sins of the people.
However, Jesus, as both God and man, stepped into this role as the ultimate High Priest and the sacrificial Lamb. His life was given willingly, not out of compulsion but out of love and obedience to God’s will.
“Christmas is not a time nor a season, but a state of mind. To cherish peace and goodwill, to be plenteous in mercy, is to have the real spirit of Christmas.” – Calvin Coolidge
Hebrews tells us that Christ’s sacrifice was “once for all,” eliminating the need for further animal sacrifices. His obedience and sacrifice established a new covenant, one that writes God’s law on our hearts, offering us direct communion with the divine.
This passage reminds us that the reason for Jesus’ birth, celebrated at Christmas, was to usher in an era where sin is not just covered but removed, where we are not just temporarily cleansed but eternally sanctified.
As we prepare for the joyous celebration of His birth, let us ponder this profound truth: Jesus came to be with us, Emmanuel, to take away our sins, to give us a new start, and to show us the way back to God. This Christmas, let’s embrace the peace, love, and redemption that His coming signifies.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
From everyone at Master Influencer Magazine, we wish you a Merry Christmas filled with love, laughter, and light. May your hearts be warmed by the true spirit of the season, and may the coming New Year bring you joy, prosperity, and an even deeper connection to the message of hope and renewal that this time of year embodies.
Here’s to a season of reflection, celebration, and the promise of new beginnings.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
–From all of us at M/I Magazine
Published: Sunday December 22, 2024, 8:20 PM EST
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