“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” Luke 2:14
Day 291 of my chronological study of the Bible with The Daily Bible® - In Chronological Order (NIV®) (available by purchase through Amazon - author F. LaGard Smith)
continues as my commentary* moves further into the New Testament -
focusing this morning on the birth of Jesus and John the Baptist.
*Smith, F. LaGard. The Daily Bible® - In Chronological Order (NIV®). Harvest House Publishers. Kindle Edition
The story of the birth of both Jesus and John the Baptist is filled with angels and miracles and is anticipated greatly by those who believe in the prophecies from the Old Testament. John Piper attempts an answer to the age old question "who is Jesus to you?" and he refers to Hebrews 1 where the author writes:
The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven. So he became as much superior to the angels as the name he has inherited is superior to theirs. Hebrews 1:3-4
For me, Jesus is the greatest gift of all time - He came for me, died for me, rose again and He gives me life - both to the full and eternally.
My Prayer: Lord Jesus - You are the greatest gift of all time and I am completely undeserving. My sin continues...daily...including worry, etc. Please forgive me and help me overcome and turn from my sin towards You. Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, and mind and love others as You love me. Help me grow in my faith. Give Lisa and myself wisdom and strength. Please heal Lisa of her cancer and from the side effects of chemo. Help us lead Zach and Dustin to You Jesus and for them to choose You as their Lord and Savior. Please provide Godly friends and spouses to Zach and Dustin. Help me serve You, my family, my church, and others. Help me understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every day.
