We are sent into the world for a purpose - to seek and save those who are lost. How do we fulfill that purpose? We must declare Jesus Christ as our savior, care about what God cares about, and share our story because we all have a story to share.

Through Christ, we are reconciled to God, but we alone are unable to be reconciled. To receive salvation, we must admit that we cannot receive reconciliation without Christ. We must let go of false identities to receive our true identity in God.

Second Timothy tells us that all scripture is God-breathed. Through scripture, we gain wisdom, truth, and knowledge of salvation.

Agape love has the ability to change the world. Since God is love, His spirit living in us changes us and reflects His image in us. Therefore, God's love in us changes us.

To be courageous in difficult times, we must be faithful to scripture and obedient to the Word even if it costs us.

In the busyness of the season, remember to pause and reflect on the true meaning of Christmas. Slow down, embrace, and celebrate.