DAY 15: Make Room for Sacrifice

Day 15: Make Room for Sacrifice

Scripture: Luke 2:6-7 - “While they were there, the time came for her to give birth. And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in swaddling cloths and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn.”

Reflection: Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem culminated in a humble manger, symbolizing both their immediate circumstances and God’s great plan of humility and sacrifice. As we ponder the nativity, let's reflect on the true essence of sacrifice. God chose to enter humanity in the most unassuming way, illustrating the profound truth that sacrificial love often comes quietly and without fanfare. This season invites us to take stock of our own lives and consider what sacrifices we are making to create room for God. Are we giving up time spent on trivial pursuits to engage more deeply in our spiritual practices or community service? Sacrifice is less about grand gestures and more about heartfelt devotion and intentional choices that often go unseen by the world but are cherished by God.

Sacrifices can involve letting go of the things that clutter our lives, to rediscover what truly matters. It might mean simplifying our schedules to prioritize prayer, eliminating distractions to focus on family, or sharing our resources with those in need. Each of these acts, however small, echoes God’s sacrificial love displayed through Jesus’s birth. As Christmas draws near, let’s embrace a lifestyle of making room for the Holy Spirit by consciously choosing to follow Christ’s example of humility and service, finding deeper joy and purpose in our spiritual walk.

Action Item: Identify at least one area in your life where you can make a meaningful sacrifice this week. Whether it's foregoing a luxury, spending time volunteering, or dedicating extra moments to prayer, make it a focal point of your week.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for the ultimate sacrifice of Your Son, Jesus Christ. Help me to mirror His humility and love by making room in my life for meaningful sacrifices. Open my heart to the transformative power of giving up what I hold dear to draw nearer to You. Amen.