Jesus is the reason for the season

Christ the Savior is Born!

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Verse of the Day:  Luke 2:1-20

The Birth of Jesus

1 In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. 2 (This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) 3 And everyone went to their own town to register.

4 So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. 5 He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. 6 While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, 7 and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.

8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. 11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. 12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.”

13 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying,

14 “Glory to God in the highest heaven,

and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”

15 When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.”

16 So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. 17 When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, 18 and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them. 19 But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart. 20 The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just as they had been told.

Faith in Action: Christ the Savior is born! Accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior and receive the gift of salvation.

O Holy Night

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Verse of the Day:  John 3:17 

For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.

Faith in Action: This Christmas Eve, take a moment to reflect on and share what it means to you to have been given the greatest gift ever, Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior.

O Little Town of Bethlehem

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Verse of the Day:   Luke 2:4-6           

Joseph also went up from Galilee, from the city of Nazareth, to Judea, to the city of David which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and family of David, in order to register along with Mary, who was engaged to him, and was with child. While they were there, the days were completed for her to give birth.          

Faith in Action: Bethlehem’s literal meaning is “The House of Bread” and Jesus is the “Bread of Life”. Every detail about the birth of Jesus, including being born in Bethlehem, has great meaning and is all part of God’s divine plan for your salvation. Come to Him and you will never go hungry, believe in Him and you will never be thirsty.

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing

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Verse of the Day:  Luke 2:13-14        

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 

Faith in Action: This Christmas and all year round let the peace of Christ fill your heart with good will toward mankind for the honor and glory to God.

We Three Kings

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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. 

Faith in Action: Like the three kings, also known as the three wise men, you can come to Jesus to worship Him and offer Him gifts, like your heart, talents and service.

Beautiful Star of Bethlehem

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Verse of the Day:  Matthew 2:2         

Where is the one who has been born King of the Jews? We saw his star in the East and have come to worship him.  

Faith in Action: The star was the heavenly sign of a prophecy fulfilled and the shining hope for humanity. Let the start be a beautiful reminder that Jesus came to save the world and is worthy of all praise and worship.

Do You Hear What I Hear?

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Verse of the Day:  Mark 16:15           

he said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.”

Faith in Action: Share the good news of the birth of the Savior. Tell someone about the free gift of salvation through Jesus Christ.

Away in a Manger

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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.  

Faith in Action: Jesus is knocking on the door of your heart will you let Him in? Or like the inn keeper, will you tell Him you have no room?  Open your heart to Jesus and receive the most wonderful gift of all.

Name Above All Names

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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.         

Faith in Action: God gave the Savior the name that is above every name, that at the name of JESUS every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Have you acknowledged Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior? If you haven’t, I encourage you to do so right now.

Joy to the World, the Lord is Come!

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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.   

Faith in Action: This time of year is filled with parties, obligations, and activities that may be overwhelming. Through it all, keep in mind the good news of the Savior’s birth. He is the reason for great joy and celebration!