Reflections on the Birth of Jesus: A Time of Hope and Salvation
Explore the profound significance of the birth of Jesus, the promised Messiah, as foretold in the Scriptures. This season is a reminder of God's ultimate gift to humanity, bringing hope, peace, and eternal joy. Experience the true essence of Christmas beyond commercialism, focusing on the heavenly proclamation of the birth of the Son of God who came to reign as the Prince of Peace.
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For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and peace there will be no end. - Isaiah 9:6-8 (ESV)
Christmas is not about presents. It s about Heaven presenting THE ONE TRUE KING that the entire world should worship.
Mary, you will be with child and give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus. He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father [King] David, and he will reign over the house of Jacob forever; his kingdom will never end. - Luke 1:31-33 (ESV)
Christ (Greek) / Messiah (Hebrew) Anointed One of Heaven God s Chosen King Of All
Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. 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. - Luke 2:10-11 (ESV)
And suddenly 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 2:13-14 (ESV)
Jesus said, My kingdom is not of this world. . . You are a king, then! said Pilate. Jesus answered, You are right in saying I am a king. In fact, for this reason I was born, and for this I came into the world - John 18:36-37 (ESV)
In those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. - Luke 2:1 (ESV)
Caesar August (63BC-14AD) - 1st Roman & Greatest Emperor - Pax Romana / Roman Peace - Peace through worldly power
Caesar August (63BC-14AD) - 1st Roman & Greatest Emperor - Pax Romana / Roman Peace - Peace through worldly power - Peace for people like me - Built on oppression & prejudice
In the days of Herod, king of Judea, there was a priest named Zechariah - Luke 1:5 (ESV)
Herod The Great - Ruled The Jews for Rome - A sellout & survivor - Peace through compromise
Herod The Great - Ruled The Jews for Rome - A sellout & survivor - Peace through compromise - Peace only for me - Led to secrets & destruction
Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. . . and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased! - Luke 2:10,14 (ESV)
Become like the powerful who can save you Peace = Work To Prosper In The World
Become like the powerful who can save you Peace = Work To Prosper In The World Become your own savior Peace = Control Your World At All Costs
Become like the powerful who can save you Peace = Work To Prosper In The World Become your own savior Peace = Control Your World At All Costs Become a worshiper the true savior Peace = Freedom from this world
Stop working to fix your problems and fix your daily worship on Jesus Christ
Stop working to fix your problems and fix your daily worship on Jesus Christ Stop controlling people & your secrets and confess & surrender them all to Jesus
Dear Jesus, today I confess my sin and secrets to you. I will not control what I am afraid of but confess them to you and ask you to lead me in living a right life. I welcome you into my life today and ask for your forgiveness, healing and deliverance. Thank you for being born in my heart today. I want to worship You!
Stop working to fix your problems and fix your daily worship on Jesus Christ Stop controlling people & your secrets and confess & surrender them all to Jesus Stop focusing on your fears and focus on who you adore every day
