Jesus told us that the Holy Spirit is the best gift the Father could give us (Luke 11:13, Matthew 7:11). If that is so, just how wonderful is He?
First, consider Who the gift-giver is. Not only is He the richest Being in the universe, but the most generous who said that He would spare nothing on our behalf (Romans 8:32). To think of it in human terms, what types of wonderful gifts do you think Bill Gates gives to his kids? Something from the dollar store? Not likely!
Second, consider what price this God was willing to pay for us to have such a gift. Nothing less than the blood of His Son. God did not have to "purchase" the Holy Spirit, but He had to purchase our redemption so that we would be vessels who could receive the Holy Spirit. That cost Him everything.
The Holy Spirit is God's fullness. Therefore, we have God's abilities and wisdom, His strategy and love and insight available to us 24/7. We need to stop doing things on our own -- He is there! He has freely been given to us.
No matter what else you receive for Christmas, you can have the gift of the Holy Spirit (Acts 2:38). And there is always more of Him available to fill up your life. What a wonderful gift!
