“‘For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. And this will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger.’ And sudden- ly 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 among those with whom He is pleased!’”
– Luke 2:11-14


Merry Christmas!! Today is a beautiful day. It’s a day to celebrate, spend time with family and friends, and, most importantly, behold the day that our Savior was born into this world.


Take a second and read Luke 2:11-14. Read it slowly and really focus on the last sentence. Imagine that scene. Upon Jesus’ arrival to our world, a multitude of angels begin praising God and giving Him glory. Their praises are a reflection of the miraculously wonderful thing that has just occurred. The moment the whole world has been waiting for has finally come.


It's because Jesus has come that there can be peace among those with whom God is pleased. And who is that? Everyone who has repented of their sin and put their faith in Him. If that’s you, have peace today, knowing that the work Jesus came to do is finished and complete. If that’s not you, take a second and ask for God’s forgiveness for your sin, put your life in His hands, and place your faith in Him.


This is why Jesus came. To bring salvation to all humanity and peace to all creation. And He’s still doing it. Celebrate that today. Praise God for that today. Go, live in peace, and have a great Christmas.



QUESTIONS:


What are you most excited about today?


How can you be intentional to live in peace today?