Behold, I am coming like a thief! Blessed is the one who stays awake” (Revelation 16:15 ESV).
Advent means “coming.” On this Christmas day we celebrate and remember Christ’s coming. Yet, this Christmas season also reminds us that He is coming again. Therefore, let us keep our eyes open. For Jesus has promised to return at a time when people least expect Him, like a “thief in the night” (Matt. 24:43; 1 Thess. 5:2).
So, let us look back to celebrate His first coming while also staying awake to look forward for His soon return.
Merry Christmas!
PRAYER: Dear Father, as we celebrate this day with family and friends, help us to remember the reason for this season. It is our Savior, Christ the Lord. By Your Spirit, help us to keep our eyes open to His presence in our lives today and to look for His soon return at any time. Thank You for Jesus. In His name we pray, amen.