Christmas Joy - 4 of 5

“Suddenly, God’s angel stood among [the sheepherders] and God’s glory blazed around them. They were terrified. The angel said, ‘Don’t be afraid. I’m here to announce a great and joyful event that is meant for everybody, worldwide: A Savior has just been born in David’s town, a Savior who is Messiah and Master.’ ” (Luke 2:9-11, The Message)

“God Evident in the Flesh: This is what is made so profoundly possible for you and for me through the redemption of man by Jesus Christ.” (Oswald Chambers)

Messiah and Master, thank you for the full scope of your life, from birth to death, death to resurrection, resurrection to ascension. Thank you for seeing beyond the false fronts I worked so hard to maintain, into the depths of my yearning for a Savior. You've always known how deeply each human heart aches for real life, for true hope, for lasting peace. Thank you for entering the world so radically to rescue a lost people out of despair and into eternal life. To you alone be highest glory and praise. Amen.