"The gift of His birth leads to the gift of His Atonement, which is offered to “every one that thirsteth.” He calls out to all “he that hath no money; come ye, buy, and eat; yea, come, buy wine and milk without money and without price.” (Isaiah 55:1)
“For what doth it profit a man if a gift is bestowed upon him, and he receive not the gift? Behold, he rejoices not in that which is given unto him, neither rejoices in him who is the giver of the gift.” (Doctrine & Covenants 88:33)
"The gift of the Christ child is freely given if we anticipate His complete gift. It is for us to live a life of humility, with a broken heart and a contrite spirit, accepting His atoning sacrifice for the Wonderful, Mighty, Everlasting, Peaceful gift that it is....
"This is the complete gift of Christmas that must be anticipated, remembered, and testified to all who feel to sing praises unto Him." (posted on LDSWomenOfGod) Read complete post here.
Now that we have celebrated the birth of our Savior, let us celebrate his life, the atonement, the resurrection, immortality and eternal life - the complete gift of Christmas.
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