What We Celebrate at Christmas
"And he |Joseph| knew her |Mary| not till she had brought forth her firstborn son: and he called his name JESUS." (Matthew 1:25)
Delight in the Lord
"Delight thyself also in the LORD: and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart." (Psalm 37:4)
Learning to Trust
"Though I walk in the midst of trouble, thou wilt revive me: thou shalt stretch forth thine hand against the wrath of mine enemies, and thy right hand shall save me." (Psalm 138:7)
David makes three simple points in his final admonition to those who struggle with trusting in God's lovingkindness and truth.
Commitment to God
"Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him, and he shall bring it to pass." (Psalm 37:5)
The Human 'Stars' of Christmas
Have you ever wondered why the angels announced the birth of Jesus Christ to shepherds? Are you a bit curious about what drove the wise men to travel all the way from "the east"? Why Mary and Joseph for His earthly parents? Surely there were other Davidic descendants living at that time. And Simeon and Anna--why were they chosen to play a part in this event?
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