[God saved us] without breaking the law of justice or canceling its demands. What He did in love was to satisfy its demands. The demands of justice were not ignored or canceled. They were fully satisfied. And the only way that God could do that was by having His spotless Son take the punishment that was due to us. What we see here is an amazing love. He did for us what we could not do for ourselves. We call this grace, the result of which is salvation.
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#1 · December 3, 2006, 1:49 pm

Posted by: bigguyhereagain <bigguyhereagain@...>

"Letter from God"
 
 
 
Dear Children,
It has come to my attention that many of you are upset that folks are
taking My name out of the season. Maybe you've forgotten that I wasn't
actually born during this time of the year and that it was some of
you're predecessors who decided to celebrate my birthday on what was
actually a time of pagan festival.
 
Although I do appreciate being remembered anytime! How I
personally feel about this celebration can probably be most easily
understood by those of you who have been blessed with children of your
own. I don't care what you call the day. If you want to celebrate my
birth just, GET ALONG AND LOVE ONE ANOTHER.
Now, having said that let Me go on.
 
If it bothers you that the town in which you live doesn't allow a scene
depicting my birth, then just get rid of a couple of Santas and snowmen
and put in a small Nativity scene on your own front lawn. If all My
followers did that there wouldn't be any need for such a scene on the
town square because there would be many of them all around town. Stop
worrying about the fact that people are calling the tree a holiday tree,
instead of a Christmas tree. It was I who made all trees. You can and
may remember Me anytime you see any tree. Deco-rate a grape vine if you
wish: I actually spoke of that one in a teaching explaining who I am in
rela-tion to you and what each of our tasks were. If you have forgotten
that one, look up John 15:1-8.
 
If you want to give Me a present in remembrance of My birth here is my
wish list. Choose something from it.
 
1.Instead of writing protest letters objecting to the way My
birthday is being celebrated, write letters of love and hope to soldiers
away from home. They are terribly afraid and lonely this time of year. I
know, they tell Me all the time.
 
2. Visit someone in a nursing home. You don't have to know them
personally. They just need to know that someone cares about them.
 
3. Instead of writing George complaining about the wording on the
cards his staff sent out this year, why don't you write and tell him
that you'll be praying for him and his family this year. Then follow up.
It will be nice hearing from you again.
 
4. Instead of giving your children a lot of gifts you can't afford
and they don't need, spend time with them. Tell them the story of My
birth, and why I came to live with you down here. Hold them in your arms
and remind them that I love them.
 
5. Pick someone that has hurt you in the past and forgive him or her.
 
6. Did you know that someone in your town will attempt to take their
own life this season because they feel so alone and hopeless? Since you
don't know who that person is, try giving everyone you meet a warm smile
it could make the difference. Â Also, you might consider supporting the
local Hot-Line: they talk with people like that every day.
 
7. Instead of nit picking about what the retailer in your town calls
the holiday, be patient with the people who work there. Give them a warm
smile and a kind word. Even if they aren't allowed to wish you a "Merry
Christmas" that doesn't keep you from wishing them one. Then stop
shopping there on Sunday. If the store didn't make so much money on that
day they'd close and let their employees spend the day at home with
their families.
 
8. If you really want to make a difference, support a missionary,
especially one who takes My love and Good News to those who have never
heard My name. You may already know someone like that.
 
9. Here's a good one. There are individuals and whole families in
your town who not only will have no "Christmas" tree, but neither will
they have any presents to give or receive. If you don't know them (and I
suspect you don't) buy some food and a few gifts, and give them to the
Marines, the Salvation Army or some other charity that believes in Me
and they will make the delivery for you.
 
10. Finally if you want to make a statement about your belief in and
loyalty to Me, then behave like a Christian. Don't do things in secret
that you wouldn't do in My presence. Let people know by your actions
that you are one of mine.
 
P.S. Don't forget; I am God and can take care of Myself. Just love Me
and do what I have told you to do. I'll take care of all the rest. Check
out the list above and get to work; time is short. I'll help you, but
the ball is now in your court. And do have a most blessed Christmas with
all those whom you love and remember, I LOVE YOU.
 
 
"Why Jesus is Better Than Santa Claus"
 
      
 
Santa Claus lives at the North Pole...
JESUS is everywhere.
 
Santa Claus rides in a sleigh...
JESUS rides on the wind and walks on the water.
 
Santa Claus comes but once a year...
JESUS is an ever present help.
 
Santa Claus fills your stockings with goodies...
JESUS supplies all your needs.
 
Santa Claus comes down your chimney uninvited... JESUS stands at your door and knocks, and then enters your heart when invited.
 
You have to wait in line to see Santa Claus...
JESUS is as close as the mention of His name.
 
Santa Claus lets you sit on his lap...
JESUS lets you rest in His arms.
 
Santa Claus doesn't know your name, all he can say is "Hi little boy (or girl,) what's your name?"...
JESUS knew our name before we did. Not only does He know our name, He knows our address too. He knows our history and future and He even knows how many hairs are on our heads.
 
Santa Claus has a belly like a bowl full of jelly...
JESUS has a heart full of love.
 
All Santa Claus can offer is HO HO HO...
JESUS offers health, help and hope.
 
Santa Claus says "You better not cry"...
JESUS says "Cast all your cares on me for I care for you."
 
Santa's little helpers make toys...
JESUS makes new life, mends wounded hearts, repairs broken homes and builds mansions.
 
Santa Claus is a "jolly old elf"...
JESUS is the King of Kings.
 
Santa Claus may make you chuckle but...
JESUS gives you joy that is your strength.
 
While Santa Claus puts gifts under your tree...
JESUS became our gift and died on a tree.
 
 
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There is something for everyone.
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Dave and Barbara
 
 
 
Have a Blessed Day
Daveand Barbara
 
 
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