God is the gift who always fits.
“Every good and perfect gift comes from GOD.” James 1:17
We so enjoy shopping and buying gifts for others, right? Especially for those whose preferences we know. Their favorites—colors, hobbies, songs, sports, foods, and places. Being on the receiving end of gifts is a treat, too. Wrapped with bows. Bagged or not.
Searching for the right gift takes thought, time, and cash. How many of your gifts were:
A. the wrong size, color, or style
B. returned or donated
What do you say when the giver asks, “Have you worn that sweater I gave you yet?” or “Did you say pistachios are your must-have?” Well… did you like it?
Though we may not always give or receive what we want, long-awaited favorite, GOD—the Ultimate Gift-Giver—can and will. GOD always gives the ideal gift. Every time. Our Creator’s gifts are made and fitted for us. They are good and for our benefit, and they are who we need. And GOD’s gift keeps coming, keeps growing, and lasts forever. There is never a time when the gift of His Son, JESUS, proves a failure, a disappointment, or worthless.
✝️ Hebrews 2:4 — God has shown that these messages are true by giving special abilities from the Holy Spirit to those who believe. God has assigned such gifts to each of us.
✝️ 1 Peter 1:4a God has reserved for His children the priceless gift of eternal life
JESUS is our most valued treasure! HE is worth more than we could ask for, dream of, or imagine! Receive JESUS into your life as The One Who loves you so much that He left His Father, Home, and throne. Though Jesus is GOD, He came to this world in the form of a fragile, tiny human! Living, loving, teaching, helping, then HE died and was buried for all humankind! GOD’s power raised JESUS back to life!
Now, we can invite Him to take full control over this gift of life HE has given us. Yes, this gift will keep on giving as we grow in our relationship with Him. Share HIM with others. He is the best gift for them also! Enjoy and live forever with The Greatest Gift!
©2025 Penelope White. Use with the author’s permission. Send requests to penywhite@hotmail.com
Penelope Allen White is a wife, mother of two young adult sons, and grandmother. Her passion is for all children and people to have an intimate knowledge of God. She works as a Christian educator, speaker, church school curriculum writer and teacher, workshop facilitator, middle school counselor, and neighborhood tutor. Despite her busy schedule, she still finds time to enjoy a game of hopscotch!