A Time to Receive

Written by Sis. Alesha Shakespeare

In December, many are focused on one special day. This day is called Christmas. Christmas is a holiday which focuses on coming together as a family and/or friends waiting to give and receive. Many will reflect and review the relationships they have with one another, leading to an expectation to wonder, what shall they receive on this special Holiday?

With that being said,

Are you ready to receive?

As children of God, we are familiar with the saying: “you reap what you sow.” In Galatians 6:7-8 NIV, it states “Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life.”

Have you taken time to look back on your relationship with Christ? 

Just as we reflect our personal relationships with our family members, we must do the same with our personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If not, how shall we receive all that he has to offer? Remember, “he is a rewarder to those who diligently seek him.” (Hebrew 11:6)

Being diligent is “having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties.”

In order to be rewarded we must take great pride in our relationship with Christ. He reminds us in Revelations, “Look, I am coming soon! My reward is with me, and I will give to each person according to what they have done.” (Revelation 22:12 NIV)

Throughout this holiday season, take time to look back on your walk with Christ as well as how you are representing yourself as an advocate for him. We may not be perfect on this path but never forget, the Lord called sinners to repentance (Luke 5: 32).

Continue to keep Christ first and in the midst of all that you do and you shall surely receive the gifts he has to offer!

Have a happy Christmas!
The Lord Jesus Christ bless you all!