Today is a beautiful day, because Jesus humbled himself for our sake and not his own, “Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because the fullness of God’s timing had come for Jesus’ birth, “But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons.” (Galatians 4: 4-5 … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “Mary treasured up all these things, pondering them in her heart.” (Luke 2: 19 ESV) Advent #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Today is a beautiful day, because “…suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of heavenly hosts saying, ‘Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom He is well pleased!’” (Luke 2: 13-14 ESV) Advent #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Today is a beautiful day, because the angels announced good news that would be for all people, “And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Luke wrote a detailed account of Mary and Joseph’s story, “And Joseph also went up from Galilee, from the town of Nazareth, to Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and lineage of David, to be registered with Mary, his … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because in His wrath, God remembers mercy, “He has shown strength with his arm; he has scattered the proud in the thoughts of their hearts; he has brought down the mighty from their thrones and exalted those of humble estate; he has filled the hungry with good things, and the … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because the prophecy of Mary’s Magnificat has been fulfilled from generation to generation, “And Mary said, ‘My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has looked on the humble estate of his servant. For behold, from now on all generations will call me … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because nothing is impossible with God, “And the angel answered her, ‘The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you; therefore the child to be born will be called holy—the Son of God. And behold, your relative Elizabeth in her old age … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because this is an advent day, “And the angel said to her, ‘Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus. He will be great and will be … Read more