Food for Thought — A Christmas Message for You:

Expensive gifts often have the shortest shelf life when it comes to lasting impact.

This season naturally invites reflection—on the things that have shaped our lives, the moments that mattered most, and the true reason we celebrate: the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ, and the gifts He gave us—gifts that never lose their value over time.

So what kinds of gifts do have the longest-lasting impact?

Let’s take Thanksgiving as an example. It commemorates the Pilgrims’ first successful harvest in the New World. But before that celebration, half of the Mayflower’s original passengers and crew had died. Half.

The Pilgrims risked everything for the gift of religious freedom and the hope of a better future—for themselves and their posterity. And that gift—paid for with incredible sacrifice—planted seeds of liberty that would grow to impact more than a billion lives over the next 400 years.

That’s what you call a gift with Impact Longevity.

Thanksgiving reminds us to turn our hearts to God with gratitude—even in the hard seasons. I often reflect on those early refugees with deep reverence, grateful for how their courage laid the groundwork for the freedom we still enjoy today. Despite its imperfections, the American experiment remains one of the greatest catalysts of freedom the world has ever seen.

And Christmas, too, is a celebration of freedom.

We celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, who made it possible for every person to be set free—from sin, from despair, from eternal separation from God. He satisfied the demands of justice so we could be filled with peace, hope, and the assurance of eternal life. No gift could be more impactful, because its effect is eternal. And a gift just can’t get more long-lasting than that.

So as you think about what to give your loved ones this season, consider:
What gifts bring true peace of mind, freedom, or lasting joy?
Because the longer the impact, the better the gift.

Long-Lasting Gifts Don’t Have to Cost a Thing

The best gifts often aren’t found at the store. Some of the most meaningful gifts come from the heart:

• A long-overdue, healing conversation

• Seeking help to overcome a personal challenge that’s been affecting the people you love

• Genuine encouragement for someone else’s dream

• Offering your full presence when it matters most

And if you’ve been learning the Rare Faith principles, one of the most powerful gifts you can give is hope.

Show someone how to tap into real, lasting joy and peace—no matter their circumstances—by sharing the principles behind how God’s universe is wired. Introduce them to your favorite podcast episode, or show them where to get a free ebook.

Because the right words at the right time can:

• Save a marriage

• Strengthen a family

• Restore faith in God

• Spark a new beginning

That’s Impact Longevity. And the joy you’ll feel for helping someone change their life? That’s a kind of reward money could never buy.

Wishing you a warm and meaningful holiday.

Merry Christmas, friend — from my family to yours.

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