JOYFUL HEART BLESSINGS 05

"Even before He made the world, God loved us and chose us in Christ to be holy without fault in His eyes. God decided in advance to adopt us into His own family by bringing us to Himself through Jesus Christ. This is what He wanted to do, and it gave Him great pleasure." Ephesians 1:4-5

Loved, chosen, adopted. You, friend, and me. God's plan from the start was always rescue; always bringing us into His family through His firstborn Son, Jesus. Unmerited grace writes up the paperwork. The Holy Spirit seals it securely. What's more? God wanted it to be so. He did not have to choose us, but He absolutely does. And He chooses us with joy!

Let's pray together.

Dear God,

Thank You for choosing me. In this Advent season I am ever grateful for the gift of Jesus' life that brought me into Your family. By the Holy Spirit, You are always working on my behalf, for Your glory and our good. Help me to share Your joyful pursuit of us with others. Lead lost, lonely, and needy people to find You this Christmas.

In Jesus' Name, Amen.

Blessing for little ones

Dear God, Thank You for giving me Jesus so I may be in Your family. Help me to share Your love with others, so they may be part of Your family too! Amen.