A Beacon of Hope

Christmas is a wonderful time to reflect on all that is good in the world. It’s a special time to celebrate God’s greatest gift to mankind; peace with God through His Son, Jesus Christ. I am beyond words grateful for this incredible greatest gift in my life. C. S. Lewis said, "I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen, not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else.” God’s gift at Christmas gives us the opportunity to see the many blessings that flow from that greatest gift. As I consider the many blessings God has showered on me since receiving His greatest gift, I’ve come to appreciate God’s second greatest gift.

In my quiet time this morning, I asked God two questions that I often ask of Him. “God, what do you want me to know, and what do you want me to do?” Then I listened, knowing that He is a God that still speaks if I am willing to listen.

The United States has always been a beacon of hope to the rest of the world. Many would say that as a nation we are blessed by God, so that we can be a blessing to the world. For centuries people from all over came to live in a place that offers tremendous hope. They migrated to America for host of reasons including, economic prosperity, religious freedom, education, and safety from conflict or persecution. However, there might be another reason why individuals are attracted to this continuously expanding melting pot.