
When Jesus came 2000 years ago, He brought hope. That hope is not found in "stuff." The hope He brought was the promise of eternal life. For people who can always get what they want, and who are living comfortably, maybe eternal life does not sound that impressive (unless they can take all their goodies with them). But for the other 88% of the world who are in poverty, oppressed and treated unjustly, eternal life might be their only hope... their LAST hope. I don't know what you place your hope in, but for me, eternal life with Jesus is the greatest hope I can possibly think of. Even greater than all the comforts and money in the world. Why? Because all this is temporary. This Christmas, may you find what true hope is all about. It's not about the presents, it's about the presence.