Three gifts from the Wise Men to Jesus
@1creekgirl (44560)
United States
December 16, 2023 11:45am CST
When our kids and grands were little, as parents often do, we probably gave them more Christmas gifts than was needed.
As the years have gone by, there are fewer gifts that anyone really needs, so I went to three presents of each person. If three gifts were just right for baby Jesus, it's plenty for us, too.
I've been thinking about gifts that aren't wrap able. Like love and kindness that can't be wrapped under the tree.
If you had to choose three un wrap able gifts for others, what three would be at the top of your list? What three would you want to receive?
Like you, I could have ten or twenty things on that list. But I guess my top three for others would be a loving heart for others, all their physical needs met, and the peace of heart and mind that only Jesus can give.
For myself, I'd wish for a more compassionate spirit, more patience, and complete physical healing that comes from God alone.
What would your wishes/gifts for others be? What about for yourself?
Merry Christmas, y'all. I love you everyone.
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@1creekgirl (44560)
• United States
16 Dec 23
There are so many "gifts" I would love to have, especially more of the fruits of the Spirit.
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@AmbiePam (120917)
• United States
16 Dec 23
That is so sweet, Vicki. I guess for others I’d wish a yearning for integrity, a lack of rush to judgment, and the peace that passes all understanding. For myself, I would wish for wisdom only God provides, being less judgmental, and, I know this will sound odd, but the firmness one needs to refuse to be used by those you care about.
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@AmbiePam (120917)
• United States
17 Dec 23
@1creekgirl I would be in serious trouble because I certainly don’t deserve any grace.
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@1creekgirl (44560)
• United States
17 Dec 23
@AmbiePam I know what you mean. Sometimes I say "How did I get to be this old?" Then I say, "Grace of God." Although I really am looking forward to heaven. But I wish Dale and I could go at the same time, but that's up to God.
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@1creekgirl (44560)
• United States
16 Dec 23
I get what you're saying. Dale helps me not be a push over. And we definitely need more integrity in this world. It's sad everyone doesn't recognize their need for a Savior. What would we do without Jesus?
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@RebeccasFarm (91297)
• United States
17 Dec 23
Lovely gifts and lovely post again Vicki.
God bless you all there
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@1creekgirl (44560)
• United States
18 Dec 23
Thanks, Oshy. How are you tonight?
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@1creekgirl (44560)
• United States
18 Dec 23
@RebeccasFarm I'm so sorry. I wish I could give you a hug. Still praying for God's mercy for you and your son.
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@LadyDuck (502573)
• Italy
18 Dec 23
@1creekgirl If he could only stay healthy some more years I would be grateful
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@1creekgirl (44560)
• United States
18 Dec 23
@LadyDuck I sure understand. Hugs.
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@1creekgirl (44560)
• United States
18 Dec 23
That would be the best gift of all for you.
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@RasmaSandra (98033)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
16 Dec 23
For myself mostly peace of mind and hopefully some spirit visits on Christmas Eve, For others to repeat a standard Peace on Earth and Good Will to Everyone. A Merry Christmas to you and your family.
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@1creekgirl (44560)
• United States
16 Dec 23
Thank you, Rasma and merry Christmas to you, also.
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@LindaOHio (222534)
• United States
17 Dec 23
I wish I could be more forgiving, more compassionate and more patient.
I could always use more love, patience and compassion from others.
Have a wonderful day.
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@1creekgirl (44560)
• United States
18 Dec 23
I think those are gifts many of us really need. I see compassion from you quite frequently, Linda.
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@1creekgirl (44560)
• United States
18 Dec 23
@LindaOHio I can use some improvement in that area, also.
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@LindaOHio (222534)
• United States
18 Dec 23
@1creekgirl Thanks. That's because I love all my friends. I find it more difficult to be compassionate with some people that I think are just complainers. That's awful isn't it? I need to get better at that. Have a good week.
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@1creekgirl (44560)
• United States
16 Dec 23
Those are perfect. Merry Christmas!
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