“Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift!” 2 Corinthians 9:15 (NASB)
Christopher wanted to learn to yo-yo. It was only a small gift, but it had an almost magical effect upon his dad. Chris had explained to his parents that yo-yoing appealed to almost everyone. He bragged that he would become the Yo-Yo World Champion, but they were not convinced. He told them it was silly and simple but loads of fun and would make a great Christmas gift. Finally, they relented and allowed him to go for lessons. They were certain that Chris would lose interest in a few weeks. After all, the yo-yo only went up and down. He would soon get bored.
Of course with lessons, one had to have a variety of yo-yos. Soon, yo-yos were scattered all over their house. High-tech, low-tech, no-tech. Blue, green, red, white, psychedelic, and even one that glowed and flashed as it spun. A few problems developed from the yo-yoing. Chris received multiple bruises and managed to hit his sister in the head on one occasion. Then there was the window that shattered from a yo-yo gone awry. Maybe Dad would have to stop the madness.
But the week before Christmas, Chris announced that his yo-yo class was giving an exhibition and the family was invited to attend. At the exhibition, the yo-yo instructor explained how the students had passed the first level of yo-yoing and would demonstrate their skills for the audience. His parents watched with pride as Chris’ yo-yo did its magic. That young face beaming with joy was worth all the broken windows. Dad would remember this moment long after his son had outgrown the yo-yo. This was the best Christmas gift Dad could have given himself.
Dear Father, thank you for your truly indescribable gift of salvation. Empower us with the joy of Christmas. Grant us many opportunities to share it with others. This I pray in Jesus’ name. AMEN
Let us praise God for Jesus Christ and live to his glory,