Good News of Great Joy [Luke 2]
9And an angel of the Lord suddenly stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them; and they were terribly frightened
10But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people
11for today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.
12"This will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger."
13And suddenly there appeared with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying,
14"Glory to God in the highest,
And on earth peace among men with whom He is pleased."
The great news of joy is for all people! God in the highest is pleased to bring peace to all mankind. He is providing a Savior who is Christ the Lord.
May we find this Savior today, knowing how pleased He is with us. May He receive glory as we experience the peace (that being at one with Him) and joy that He has for us today.
Verna McCrillis, 2/22/2009