In just a few days it will be Christmas 2012. I am confident that each gift will be accepted. Under the tree in most homes, there will be some gifts. Hopefully nobody will be left out. It is unlikely that many of the gifts will be unclaimed. I am reminded that on the first Christmas, about 2,000 years ago, there was a gift for each of us left by Him whose birthday we celebrate. The gift was withheld from none. Sadly, some have left it unclaimed, while others have accepted it and even carry it around but never remove the wrappings. They do not look inside to discover the hidden splendor. The packages are all alike: In each is a scroll on which is written the words, “The gift of God is eternal life in Jesus Christ our Lord.” Have you accepted the greatest gift you could possibly receive? It is the gift of God’s Son, presented to you by the Heavenly Father wrapped up in His love. Or is that gift still waiting for you?