This Christmas message invites us to reflect on what Paul calls God's 'indescribable gift' in 2 Corinthians 9:15—the person of Jesus Christ. We're reminded that while the world knows its own pain and brokenness, it often remains oblivious to the cure that has already been given. The gift of Christ isn't simply advice, sympathy, or a philosophical system; it's a living person who meets our deepest needs. He brings forgiveness for our sin, reconciliation for our separation from God, light for our darkness, and life for our death. Yet like any gift, it must be received and opened to have value in our lives. The tragedy echoed in John 1:11—'He came to His own, and His own received Him not'—reminds us that even the most precious gift can be rejected or ignored. But for those who do receive Him, the transformation is profound. We see this beautifully illustrated in the story of revival happening in Iran, where even in the midst of opposition, 50,000 mosques have closed due to lack of attendance as people turn to Christ. This Christmas, we're challenged to not only receive the gift of salvation but to maximize it—to allow Christ to be fully formed in us, moving from spiritual infancy to maturity, becoming the answer to others' questions as His wisdom transforms us from the inside out.
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This Christmas message invites us to reflect on what Paul calls God's 'indescribable gift' in 2 Corinthians 9:15—the person of Jesus Christ. We're reminded that while the world knows its own pain and brokenness, it often remains oblivious to the cure that has already been given. The gift of Christ isn't simply advice, sympathy, or a philosophical system; it's a living person who meets our deepest needs. He brings forgiveness for our sin, reconciliation for our separation from God, light for our darkness, and life for our death. Yet like any gift, it must be received and opened to have value in our lives. The tragedy echoed in John 1:11—'He came to His own, and His own received Him not'—reminds us that even the most precious gift can be rejected or ignored. But for those who do receive Him, the transformation is profound. We see this beautifully illustrated in the story of revival happening in Iran, where even in the midst of opposition, 50,000 mosques have closed due to lack of attendance as people turn to Christ. This Christmas, we're challenged to not only receive the gift of salvation but to maximize it—to allow Christ to be fully formed in us, moving from spiritual infancy to maturity, becoming the answer to others' questions as His wisdom transforms us from the inside out.
Kingdom Entrance - Adding to Your Faith With Diligence
John Wasserman Podcast
1 hour 16 seconds
2 months ago
Kingdom Entrance - Adding to Your Faith With Diligence
What does it truly mean to enter the kingdom of God? This powerful exploration of 2 Peter 1 reveals that while salvation qualifies us for the kingdom, our entrance into its fullness is progressive and conditional upon our response. We discover that God has lavishly supplied everything we need—His divine power, the knowledge of Him, His glory and goodness, and exceeding great promises—all designed to make us partakers of His divine nature. Yet here's the transformative truth: God requires our partnership. We're called to 'add to our faith' with all diligence, building upon our initial belief with virtue, knowledge, self-control, patience, godliness, brotherly kindness, and love. This isn't about earning salvation but about actively participating in kingdom life. The Greek word 'epikhorēgeō' beautifully illustrates this—like a wealthy benefactor who underwrites an entire production, God backs our spiritual growth with unlimited resources. When we supply the effort to grow in these graces, God abundantly supplies our entrance into kingdom realities. This isn't just about heaven someday; it's about experiencing kingdom authority, power, and favor right now. The challenge confronts us: are we merely going through religious motions, or are we intentionally cultivating the character of Christ that grants us access to the very power and presence of God in this critical hour?
John Wasserman Podcast
This Christmas message invites us to reflect on what Paul calls God's 'indescribable gift' in 2 Corinthians 9:15—the person of Jesus Christ. We're reminded that while the world knows its own pain and brokenness, it often remains oblivious to the cure that has already been given. The gift of Christ isn't simply advice, sympathy, or a philosophical system; it's a living person who meets our deepest needs. He brings forgiveness for our sin, reconciliation for our separation from God, light for our darkness, and life for our death. Yet like any gift, it must be received and opened to have value in our lives. The tragedy echoed in John 1:11—'He came to His own, and His own received Him not'—reminds us that even the most precious gift can be rejected or ignored. But for those who do receive Him, the transformation is profound. We see this beautifully illustrated in the story of revival happening in Iran, where even in the midst of opposition, 50,000 mosques have closed due to lack of attendance as people turn to Christ. This Christmas, we're challenged to not only receive the gift of salvation but to maximize it—to allow Christ to be fully formed in us, moving from spiritual infancy to maturity, becoming the answer to others' questions as His wisdom transforms us from the inside out.
