And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were so afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for behold I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David, a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men. May the Glory of the Story Fill Your Heart with Joy. Have a Blessed Christmas
"And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people." Luke 2:10 "For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord." Luke 2:11 "And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger." Luke 2:12 Let us always remember the true meaning of Christmas.
...the star, which they saw in the east, went before them... ...they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him. Mathew 2: 9,11 Wishing you all the blessings of a joyous Christmas
May each day of your Christmas be filled with peace, and may God's love light your way through the new year. Thinking of you and wishing you His blessing always.
There once was a little angel named Ariel. She was small and inexperienced and not so majestic as the many other angels around her. And so when she was asked one day by God to perform a very important task, she became afraid and quite worried that she would not be able to do it. But God reassured her and told her not to be sad. He said that he would never ask her to do anything she wasnt capable of doing. And he handed Ariel a small golden harp. Still very nervous, but determined to make God proud of her, Ariel started on her very important mission. Finally, she came to the land where God had instructed her to go, and she sought out the tiny manger. As she knelt before the baby, suddenly she was filled with such joy and love that all of her fears and worries melted away. And she began to play her golden harp And she brought the tidings of great joy that on this day is born Christ the Lord. Hark! The herald angels sing, "Glory to the newborn King!
Somewhere in the flurry of the season may we find TIME TO DREAM about that blessed holy night THAT CHANGED THE WORLD... TIME TO REMEMBER the truths he taught and everything HE HAD DONE FOR US. TIME TO GIVE THANKS with all our hearts THAT GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD. "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever BELIEVES in him shall not perish but have eternal life." JOHN 3:16 Thinking special thoughts of you and warmly wishing you quiet moments to reflect on all the ways GOD HAS BLESSED YOUR LIFE. Merry Christmas
May the Blessings of Christmas Be Yours May these, along with other joys, be yours on Christmas Day Faith to make heart serene Hope to keep it light And the Peace that Christ alone can give To make your Christmas Bright. Have a peaceful and blessed holiday.
May the true blessing of faith be yours this holiday season. May hope and love fill every heart and may we all join hands as we make the wish for peace on earth, goodwill to all mankind. Love and blessings to you and yours this holiday season.
For unto us a child is born, undo us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of peace May His love bless you at Christmas and always.
God knows our insecurities and our frustrations.
And sometimes, when we need it most,
He goes out of His way to prove His love.
Mayo Mathers (adapted)
Chicken Soup for the Christian Familys Soul®,
page 103
Wishing you
a Christmas season
that shines in the glorious light
of His love.