God’s Gift

I feel awkward opening gifts in front of people. This wasn’t always the case…as a child, I would devour gifts, especially ones I really hoped would be underneath the wrapping. I wonder what changed and when it changed? The gift isn’t always about who receives it, but also who gives it. It was Jesus who said it’s better to give than receive. Giving is important to the giver as well. So would you leave a gift unopened? What about your salvation? Ephesians 2:8 tells us that salvation is the gift from God. Does that make us feel awkward? I guess so. Perhaps vulnerable is a better descriptor. But do not leave that gift unopened. Your salvation is God’s gift that He is eagerly and joyfully watching you open. He can’t wait to see you accept it and then learn how to live into. True, it’s better to give than receive, but can you imagine a better gift? Don’t leave it unopened.