Month: <span>December 2011</span>

Published December 25, 2011

Glory to God in the Highest!

by Max Lucado

“Glory to God in the highest!” Luke 2:14 (NKJV)

For the shepherds it wasn’t enough to see the angels.

You’d think it would have been.  Night sky shattered with light.  Stillness erupting with song.  Simple shepherds roused from their sleep and raised to their feet by a choir of angels:  “Glory to God in the highest!”  Never had these men seen such splendor.

But it wasn’t enough to see the angels. The shepherds wanted to see the ONE who sent the angels.

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Max Lucado
From: Everyday Blessings
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Published December 25, 2011

Happy Birthday, Jesus

by Katherine Kehler

“Don’t be afraid!” he said. “I bring you the most joyful news ever announced, and it is for everyone!  The Savior — yes, the Messiah, the Lord, has been born tonight in Bethlehem” Luke 2: 10 -11

We are celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ on December 25th and I have been wondering what I should give Him for His birthday this year. What would He like?

The Wise Men brought tangible gifts — gold, frankincense and myrrh. But we can’t give material gifts to Him, so I have to think of something else, something He would value.

What can I give Him?

LOVE? I know He would appreciate more love from me.

OBEDIENCE? The Bible tells us that we show our love to Him by our obedience.

THANKFULNESS? To many times I take His blessings for granted.  Family, health, nature, home, lots of food, forgiveness of sins. Yes, I need to thank Him (and others) more often.

PRAISE? He really appreciates our praise. Not just on Sunday morning, or during quiet times, but many times–all the day long.

TELL OTHERS ABOUT HIM? Yes, because after all, He promised us His power to be His witnesses.

GIVE TO THE POOR? He wants us to remember and help those less fortunate than we are.  OK, Lord, direct me to the poor that you want me to help.

Thanks for the Bible, Lord! It tells us what You appreciate. Now which one of these gifts will I make my focus this year?

What are YOU going to give Jesus for His birthday?

Lord Jesus, we really want to please you on your birthday celebration this year.  What can we give you? Would you please let us know what would please you the most?  Thank you.  We love you. Amen.

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