There is a lot of grace in a gift; grace in the one gifting and the one receiving. Giving from the heart is a gift of sacrifice. Something had to be put aside in order to give; time, talent, treasure, inspiration, perseverance and dedication. Often times, we may receive a gift from another that we think too extravagant, or something we will never use. We may feel unworthy to receive it, or, think it not worthy for us. We put it aside, hide it for safe keeping, or even discard it and never bring it out to enjoy or reminisce over. Our Heavenly Father has given us the greatest gift. When we think of His gift to us, his very own son, Jesus, how do we respond? Do we honor God who has sacrificed, persevered and dedicated His life to us in His Omnipotent Inspiration? Do we hide Jesus away and bring Him out only when we feel the need? Jesus is the perfect give. We receive God's Grace each time we bring Him into the light and share with everyone around us. He is not to be hidden or discarded. He, Himself, has made us worthy to received. The next time you receive a gift, consider the one who gives it. The thought is the greatest gift of all. Show the grace to give full appreciation and acceptance. And, take the time in each gift to remember our Father who started this tradition of gifting. He pays His Grace forward every single day and through the love of His Son we are given a chance to give our love to Him in return.
Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow.- James 1:7
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