When I read about the life of Jesus in the Bible, I can’t help but be amazed. For example, the love with which he met all people. The peace that Jesus radiated. These incredible miracles: the blind suddenly see, the lame walk, lepers are healed, people are set free inside.
On Christmas, we celebrate the birthday of Jesus Christ. How is it that the whole world celebrates this? To fuel consumption in December?
Interestingly, Jesus himself spoke about what makes him so unique:
And that’s when Jesus said, ‘You say that I am a king. In fact, the reason I was born and came into the world is to testify to the truth. Everyone on the side of truth listens to me.’
John 18:37
Jesus was not primarily interested in doing good, healing the sick or founding a new religion. He came to reveal the truth. In Jesus Christ, God becomes man and renews the relationship between people and God. He is the way, the truth and the life!
I believe in this truth from the bottom of my heart. No matter what my circumstances are, I cling to Jesus and his words.
Are you committed to Jesus? Then let’s celebrate Christmas!
