Verse of the Day: Matthew 2:11 And going into the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother, and they fell down and worshiped him. Then, opening their treasures, they offered him gifts, gold and frankincense and myrrh. The magi had followed the star to Jerusalem and when they arrived they asked, “Where is the one who has … Continue reading We Three Kings
Month: December 2019
Do You Hear What I Hear?
Verse of the Day: Mark 16:15 he said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.” The Christmas carol “Do You Hear What I Hear?” describes how the news of the birth of Jesus might have swept across the land. From the lamb to the shepherd boy all the … Continue reading Do You Hear What I Hear?
Away in a Manger
Verse of the Day: Luke 2:7 And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn. On the very first “Christmas” Jesus was born in a manger because there was no room at the inn. What … Continue reading Away in a Manger
God Sent His Son
Verse of the Day: Galatians 4:4-5 But when the set time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those under the law, that we might receive adoption to sonship. God had predetermined that He would send His Son, Jesus, to save the world from sin. When that time came He sent … Continue reading God Sent His Son
Name Above All Names
Verse of the Day: Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given; and the government will be upon his shoulder, and his name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. The Messiah, a gift from God, His only Son was born to save … Continue reading Name Above All Names
Joy to the World, the Lord is Come!
Verse of the Day: Luke 2:10-11 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. Over 2000 years ago an angel appeared to shepherds … Continue reading Joy to the World, the Lord is Come!
Emmanuel
Verse of the Day: Matthew 1:23 The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Emmanuel which means “God with us”. The prophecy by Isaiah, which was inspired by God, revealed the birth of Jesus by a virgin and that they would call Him Emmanuel, which means God with … Continue reading Emmanuel
Peace
Verse of the Day: 2 Thessalonians 3:16 Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you. As we get closer to Christmas and finagle the hustle and bustle of the season that comes with it pray for peace in your heart and in the … Continue reading Peace
Spiritual Gifts
Verse of the Day: 1 Peter 4:10 Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms. God gives each of us talents, abilities and gifts that He expects us to use to serve others. Gifts of wisdom, faith, discernment, teaching, administration, … Continue reading Spiritual Gifts