“And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.” John 14:3

I was in shock! Having almost purchased a replacement valve for my pool, I found several sizes available. Not sure of the part number for what I had, I looked up the company and called to see if they could give me the details so I could buy the right one. A very kind gentleman helped by asking me questions about what I had.

Looking carefully at the valve, I answered each question based upon his request. When finished, He told me, “You have valve number 4715!” I thanked him for his help and said, “now I can buy the right valve!” His next words shocked me! “BUY?” he replied. “That valve has a lifetime, forever warranty. Give me your name and address!”

I couldn’t believe my ears. Asking me how long I’d had it, I told him that pump was here when I bought the house 32 years ago! “Lifetime means lifetime,” he replied. “But it may take a week to get this to you. Is that OK?” I laughed. Having had it 32 years, I certainly could wait a week to receive it. Then I thought of Jesus’ guarantee.

The message of Christmas was the start date for the special delivery of eternal life and relationship between God and man. The cross was the finishing touch in the manufacturing of that product. When I agreed to take delivery of His Life and Grace, ‘The Package’ came with the promise in today’s verse. I have it. And I’m waiting.

The problems and pains of this life have not gone unnoticed by The Creator. Even after receiving His ‘Free Gift’ by faith, I am waiting, by that same Faith, for delivery. His Promise, Spirit, Word and Work in my life continue to provide me assurance that what He has promised, He WILL deliver! Knowing HIM is all I need to know.

When prodded to ask what kind of life valve my heart had, I looked carefully, and answered The Manufacturer’s questions honestly. My life was moving along, but had no real quality worth eternity. God asked me to take advantage of His offer and eternal guarantee. I did! And no matter the circumstances, He keeps pumping me full of life.

Do YOU have the confidence and joy of the Christmas, and Easter, promised eternal life? If so… you know the peace of His ‘lifetime forever guarantee!’ Merry Christmas! If not… what are you waiting for?