Devotion for Today

Christmas is Not a Myth

December 24, 2013

When the fullness of the time was come,
God sent forth . . . his Son . . .
–Galatians 4:4

Christmas is not a myth, not a tradition, not a dream. It is a glorious reality. It is a time of joy. Bethlehem’s manger crib became the link that bound a lost world to a loving God. From that manger came a Man who not only taught us a new way of life, but brought us into a new relationship with our Creator. Christmas means that God is interested in the affairs of people, that God loves us so much that He was willing to give His Son.

Prayer for the day

Lord Jesus, as I remember Your birth in such a lowly stable, cleanse my heart that it might be a sanctified gift for You.

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33 Comments

Eddie says 12.25.2012, 6:32 p.m.

Thank u,my Lord for granting our Father's permission to be born as a man and eventually die in my place.may men remember you always and keep up with their faith as i do.amen

Tina says 12.24.2012, 2:52 p.m.

Dear Jesus,Happy B-Day!!!! Thank-you for all you do!!!! Amen

Greg says 12.24.2012, 07:06 a.m.

I pray for continued guidance from You Lord Jesus and thank You so much for what You have done and continue to do for me. Keep me mindful of Your presence in my life and let me continue to let Your Light shine in my life for others.

Gerry says 12.24.2012, 06:53 a.m.

We may receive gifts from family and friends. We may also enjoy a wonderful meal as well. However I pray that we all remember the true reason for the celebration. Our Holy Savior's Birth.

Sue says 12.24.2012, 06:46 a.m.

Thank You God for sending Jesus to the earth to die on the cross for everyones sins. This is a true gift of love and I pray that all of us obey you and please you each and everyday. Praise God!

Wanda says 12.24.2012, 05:31 a.m.

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO EVERYONE at BGEA and thank you God for sending your Son to die on the cross for my sins. I LOVE YOU JESUS and I thank you for the blessings in my life !!!!!

Christine Haiyan Jin says 12.24.2012, 04:03 a.m.

Dearest lord God of heaven and earth, lord who art faithful, sovereign and never fail your creation. Hear my confession and thanksgiving for your cleansing and purification and salvation and provision and all and all.In Jesus Name.

Annie says 12.24.2012, 03:52 a.m.

Lord Jesus, With a deeply greatful heart, I THANK YOU,.....I THANK YOU,.....I THANK YOU,..... for Your Amazing Love,..... Amazing Grace, and this gift of life which YOU have so graciously given to me,.....! AMEN!!!

Annie says 12.24.2012, 03:36 a.m.

Dearest Rev. Billy Graham, I want to wish you, your family and BGEA,.....MERRY CHRISTMAS!!! FROM HOME TO HOME, HEART TO HEART THE WARMTH AND JOY OF CHRISTMAS BRING US CLOSER TO EACH OTHER!!! We pray His presence will enrich your lives,....!!! AMEN!!!

Jeff says 12.25.2011, 00:14 a.m.

Merry Christmas! As we celebrate this special day mostly in the cold weather, may Lord remind us all to share our love and fortune of having more than adequate foods and clothes to those who are in hunger and cold. Thank you Jesus!!

BILL says 12.24.2011, 7:59 p.m.

TO GOD BE THE GLORY

Cindy says 12.24.2011, 5:16 p.m.

For you see God loved the world so much, with the result that He gave His Son, the uniquely born One, in order that everyone who believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life. --John 3:16

Alexander says 12.24.2011, 4:51 p.m.

An entire life is not enough to understand what is the breadth, length, depth and height of a God who loves us as we are.Thanks for giving us the eternal gift of new life in Jesus Christ

Ron says 12.24.2011, 3:33 p.m.

Thank you God for sending your only son Jesus for us. Happy Birthday Jesus I love you sooo much.

Deborah says 12.24.2011, 3:01 p.m.

I THANK YOU JESUS FOR DYING FOR ME. EVERYDAY IS CHRISTMAS WHEN WE PRACTICE LOVE ONE TO ANOTHER!

Stalin John Manuel says 12.24.2011, 12:41 a.m.

I Love you Jesus Christ more and more

Mo. says 12.24.2011, 12:21 a.m.

Happy Birthday Jesus. and Thank You for You.

Maureen says 12.24.2011, 12:20 a.m.

Thank You Father for giving us your one and only Son "JESUS" and Thank you for your Blessings, Mercy, Grace, Love, and Forgiveness that you have given me each day of my life.

Kathy says 12.24.2011, 12:18 a.m.

Merry Christmas to your family. You have always been there for me and times are difficult for us.Thank you. We are all God's children.

Richard says 12.24.2011, 08:10 a.m.

One can only imagine what the shepherds experienced that night long ago when the Angels appeared to them and announced the Glorious Birth of our Lord, WOW. Merry Christmas BGEA, thank you for all you do to proclaim the Gospel.

Nana says 12.24.2011, 06:14 a.m.

Merry Christmas and Happy New year to everyone at BGEA. Thank you and God bless you. Thank you so much for all your prayers and encouragement. I pray that next year will be a mega a year as we continue to experience God in many ways. Thank you.

Gerry says 12.24.2011, 05:48 a.m.

Its great to enjoy get-togethers, with family and friends at Christmas. However it is far more important not to forget the "Reason for the Season". Our Holy Savior's birth.

steven says 12.23.2011, 11:19 p.m.

What I need to do for u my Lord? Thank u ! Thank u ! Thank u !

mick says 12.23.2011, 12:39 a.m.

Our gifts pale in comparison to what God has given!

Annie says 12.22.2011, 11:45 a.m.

Holy God, You Sent Your Living Word, JESUS CHRIST, And Healed Us, And Delivered Us From Our Destruction.....! LORD JESUS, A Million Thanks.....! MERRY CHRISTMAS.....!!!

Karen says 12.24.2010, 10:49 p.m.

Thank you Heavenly Father, for the ultimate gift! Your perfect son, my Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ! Happy Birthday Jesus!

marcelo says 12.24.2010, 7:44 p.m.

I too love you, Jesus. Thanks for my life.

Dennis says 12.24.2010, 1:58 p.m.

What a wonderful and loving Savior we have. Merry CHRISTmas BGEA.....

Brian says 12.24.2010, 11:48 a.m.

All praise be to God!

mick says 12.24.2010, 11:45 a.m.

This was more than a Gift!

Doug says 12.24.2010, 08:25 a.m.

I love you Jesus.

Gerry says 12.24.2010, 07:57 a.m.

Lord my soul rejoices as I reflect on the incredible gift of your Son. The King of all Kings. Thank you.

Mike says 12.24.2010, 02:56 a.m.

Dear Jesus, I pray that I can be pleasing to You! I pray for guidance in a difficult time. Thank you for my life.