This time of year, millions of children pour through toy catalogs and carefully pen letters to the jolly old man in the red suit. “Dear Santa, I’ve been good this year…” They begin their letters with an accounting of their behavior in the hope of earning items on their wish list. Once the post is mailed to the North Pole, children all over America will count the days until Christmas morning, waiting to see if their requests are granted.

But if anyone is a worshiper of God and does his will, God listens to him.

John 9:31

While a fun tradition for many, there is only One who gives the ultimate gift and you don’t have to earn it with good behavior – God. When you praise Him with your life and are obedient to His calling, your Heavenly Father hears when you pray. You won’t need to mail a letter.

Remember the true reason you celebrate the season. Give the ultimate gift this year by sharing God’s love and truth with someone. Help them see how His great plan of salvation for the world came in the form of a baby. Pray, too, for Americans to recognize their Creator and discover how He can grant their most heartfelt requests.

Recommended Reading: Psalm 145:8-21