“And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all men unto me” (John 12:32).
In a recent issue, TIME magazine named Mark Zuckerberg, creator of Facebook, as its Person of the Year. Lauded as the ultimate “connector,” Zuckerberg is credited with “changing how we all live our lives in ways that are innovative and even optimistic.” His social network now connects more than half a billion people from all around the world–a world he sees “filled with potential friends.”
Today we celebrate the birth of another Connector—One who bridged the gap between Heaven and earth, between God and man. He, too, called His followers friends. His death and resurrection changed the world and brought hope for all its inhabitants. Yet, unlike Mark Zuckerberg, Jesus Christ, the God-man, is eternal. His status never changes: “Jesus Christ the same—yesterday, and to day, and for ever.” Rejoice in His power to shape and influence the world and redeem the souls of men as you honor His birth today.
Sarah Fletcher
Illinois
PRAY TOGETHER: Thank God for His good and perfect gift.
