The Best Gift of Christmas

There is a story I want to share for this season—

It is said that long ago, in Persia, there ruled a wise and good king. He loved his people greatly. He wanted to know about their lives and hardships more fully. So often times, he dressed in the clothes of an ordinary worker or even as a beggar, and went to the homes of common folks—even some of the poorer. No one, whom he visited, initially thought that he was the ruler. However, the king would usually return and reveal to them his identity and then grant some personal request.

On one occasion, he visited a very poor man who lived in a cellar. He ate the coarse food the poor man ate. He spoke cheerful, kind words to him. Then he left. However, later he visited the poor man again and this time chose to disclose his identity. He said to him, "I am your king!" The king was prepared to grant the man some favor or give him some gift. However, the man asked the king for nothing. Instead, he said, "You left your palace and your glory to visit me in this dark, dreary place. You ate the coarse food I ate. You brought gladness to my heart! To others you have given your rich gifts. To me you have given yourself, and this is far more valuable!”

The King of glory, the Lord Jesus Christ, gave Himself to you and me. The Bible calls Him, "the indescribable gift" (2 Corinthians 9:15). Jesus is the best gift of Christmas! Indeed, the Christmas season will pass but the Christ of Christmas stays! He is the greatest gift of all!

Devotedly yours,
Pastor Ron