We left off with the terrible truth that the world is a corrupt and evil place. Always was. Always will be. If you didn’t read yesterday’s post, start there first.
So, if things are so bad and Satan rules this earth, where is God?
That’s the good news. Yes, things are bad. Yes, there is great suffering in this life. Yes, nothing is fair.
But... yes, God has a plan!
The funny thing about His plan though... He’s not going to slowly wrap things up into a happy ending. This life will never be perfect and pretty and ready for a nice red bow or a standing ovation.
I’ve heard that Jesus came to change the world. I think it may be more accurate to say that He came to change us and to be with us in that process!
There’s an essential difference.
Waiting for the world to change. Waiting for things to improve or come to a completion will only cause more angst and frustration.
Stop waiting!!
Jesus is called Emmanuel- God with us! God with us in the joys of life. God with us in the arguments. God with us in the car. God with us at work. God with us as we watch tv. God with us as we mourn. God with us on the internet. God with us at dinnertime. God with us at Starbucks. God with us on the telephone. In all things, at all times... God with us!
He is with us and He wants to change us! He walked on this earth, experienced all the nuances of life. He was God in the flesh, living, breathing, being ridiculed, having bad days, up until he gave Himself up for us. Talk about a Christmas gift!!
So, today, and this year ask the Lord what He wants to do in your heart. How He wants to change it. Call to Him when you need help. Practice the habit of thanksgiving and talking to Him all throughout the day.
He is Emmanuel, God with YOU!
Merry Christmas!!
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