When I think about the miracle of Christmas, I am reminded of two important spiritual truths -- 1) God loves small beginnings, and 2) when God puts into motion a plan or a promise, the promise will be fulfilled.
The miracle of Christmas produced great peace in the hearts of those greeting the baby Jesus for the first time in the Temple of the Lord. Think of Simeon and Anna as they served faithfully in the Temple waiting for the fulfillment of Old Testament prophesy (Luke 2:21-40). When Simeon saw, Jesus his heart was filled peace at the sight of the Lord's salvation. God had a plan and His plan was being fulfilled. Simeon's heart was at rest (Luke 2:29).
The miracle of Christmas also produces great joy and thanksgiving in the hearts of those awaiting salvation from the Lord. Anna, like Simeon, was overjoyed when Jesus was presented at the Temple. She was thankful to see that God's plan of salvation for Israel and the whole world was beginning.
This Christmas, I hope you will celebrate the incredible miracle of Jesus' birth. It's amazing that God would become a baby to redeem the world and restore us to peace, joy, and love.
It's Christmas . . . Let's celebrate the birth of our Savior. Spread the word and see you Sunday at New Life! Pastor Tom
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