The Message of the Shepherds
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.”—Luke 2:15 (NIV)
Devotions
Generations of Comfort
You shall increase my greatness, and comfort me on every side.—PSALM 71:21 (NKJV)
Unexpected Blessings
A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.—PROVERBS 17:17 (NIV)
Anticipation: A Waiting World
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 (KJV)
Tom T. Hall’s Ode to Positivity
By Drue Duke2 min read
A woman finds inspiration in a beloved Tom T. Hall song that celebrates life’s small blessings and simple pleasures.
A Simple Answer
If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.—JAMES 1:5 (NIV)
The Gift of a Savior!
For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.—Luke 2:11 (KJV)
Contributions
The righteous flourish like the palm tree… In old age they still produce fruit.—PSALM 92:12, 14 (NRSV)
God’s Gift of Forgiveness
Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.—Romans 8:1 (NIV)
Hands on Hips
Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.—PHILIPPIANS 4:5 (NIV)
Glory to God
As a result, they do not live the rest of their earthly lives for evil human desires, but rather for the will of God.—1 Peter 4:2 (NIV)
Hold My Hand
For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.—ISAIAH 41:13 (NIV)
