A federal lawmaker representing Iseyin/Itesiwaju/Kajola/Iwajowa federal constituency, Oyo State, Honourable Shina Peller has identified humility, love, peace, unity, justice, tolerance and righteousness as some of the things that Jesus Christ stood for, which must be emulated by all Christians.
Hon. Peller stated this in an official statement made available to the press as his felicitating message to Christians on the occasion of 2021 Christmas celebration.
In the statement, the federal lawmaker observed that every Christmas is an opportunity for Christians and all to reflect deeply on the life of Jesus Christ for the purpose of emulating his good deeds which include promoting love, peace, unity, justice and forgiveness.
The statement read:
“I felicitate with all Christians on the occasion of Christmas celebration, which marks the birth of Jesus Christ, otherwise known as Prophet Isa (Peace be unto him) by Muslims.
“Truly, every Christmas should be a period of deep reflection on the life of Jesus Christ with a view to learning from his humility, tolerance, righteousness and all the good things that he stood for.
“So, as we mark the birth of Jesus Christ, the best part of the celebration should be emulating his virtues which include preaching peace, love, unity, justice, forgiveness, reaching out to the needy and less-privileged, as well as addressing and treating fellow beings the best ways we would love to be addressed and treated.
“I pray that this season fills our hearts and homes with love, peace, happiness, goodness and abundant blessings from God. More importantly, may God give us the strength and courage to contribute purposefully and resourcefully towards nation-building. Amen.
“Once again, compliment of the season to you all.”
