Still Reflecting on The Gift...

For to us a child is born,

to us va son is given;

wand the government shall be xupon4 his shoulder,

and his name shall be called5

Wonderful yCounselor, zMighty God,

aEverlasting bFather, Prince of cPeace.

7  Of the increase of his government and of peace

dthere will be no end,

on the throne of David and over his kingdom,

to establish it and to uphold it

ewith justice and with righteousness

from this time forth and forevermore.

fThe zeal of the Lord of hosts will do this.

(Isaiah 9:6,7)

Have you ever gone back to the Christmas tree a day or two later, when the gifts are still around the tree, opened, and looked at them?  Reflecting on the love shown, how well the person knows you and poured themselves into giving you just the right gift?

Have you done the same with this Gift God has given, His Son? The tree picture above gives only half of the passage. We really need to move on to verse 7, and the ongoing rule and reign of Christ in righteousness. What we need is not just a passing fancy or fantasy, but a real life Leader and Lord Who will make life right, and bring life's relationships where they need to be, both with God and with others.  Don't let the wonder of Christmas fade. Keep looking at the Gift. Appreciate Him every day.