Joseph’s Faithfulness
When Joseph woke from sleep, he did as the angel of the Lord commanded him: he took his wife, but knew her not until she had given birth to a son. And he called his name Jesus.—Matthew 1:24–25 (ESV)
Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.—Luke 2:14 KJV
The Angel’s Advent message to the shepherds ended with the promise of peace. God sent the Prince of Peace to be a healing comfort to people on earth. When you are experiencing chaos or troubling times, Jesus is an anchor of security, the true Source of heavenly peace.
Lord Jesus, when I am filled with doubt and fear remind me that no matter what I need, Your spirit can touch my heart and fill me with peace.
When Joseph woke from sleep, he did as the angel of the Lord commanded him: he took his wife, but knew her not until she had given birth to a son. And he called his name Jesus.—Matthew 1:24–25 (ESV)
In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.—Matthew 5:16 (NIV)
Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?—Matthew 6:26 (NIV)