Matthew 28:19 – 20,"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age."and making new followers of the faith.
There are several lessons that we can learn from the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ. Here are a few:
1. Purpose: Jesus Christ is not an accidental discharge. He was giving birth for a purpose to fulfil. So we too as followers are to know that we are also not a mistake on this planet earth. We all represent a purpose to fulfill. Purpose for which Jesus Christ was created was for the Salvation of soul of man. We all have limited time to fulfill our defined purpose. Let us maximize it, move with it and fulfill it in due course.
2. Humility: Jesus was born in a humble manger, showing us the importance of humility and simplicity in our lives. No matter the circumstance that surround our birth, there is need for us to be humble.
3. Faith: Mary and Joseph had faith in God’s plan, even though they faced challenges. This teaches us the importance of trusting in God’s guidance.
4. Love and compassion: Jesus’ birth reminds us of the unconditional love and compassion that God has for humanity. It encourages us to show love and kindness to others.
5. Redemption: Jesus’ birth marks the beginning of God’s plan for the redemption of humanity. It teaches us about the power of forgiveness and the opportunity for a fresh start.
6. Opposition and betrayal: Just as Jesus Christ experience this in His entire life, expect to have opposition and betrayal, even from your love ones.
7. Discipline: Jesus Christ was a man of discipline. This attribute of which we must demonstrate in our daily life.
8. Joy and hope: The birth of Jesus brings joy and hope to humanity and world at large. It reminds us that even in difficult times, there is always hope for a better future.
Once upon a time, in the town of Bethlehem, a young couple named Mary and Joseph were preparing for the birth of their first child. They had traveled a long way from their home in Nazareth to comply with a census ordered by the Roman Emperor.
As they arrived in Bethlehem, they found that the town was crowded with people who had also come for the census. Every inn was full, and they had nowhere to stay. Eventually, a kind innkeeper offered them a stable where they could rest for the night.
That night, in the humble stable, Mary gave birth to a baby boy. They named him Jesus. In the fields nearby, shepherds were tending to their flocks when suddenly, an angel appeared before them. The angel announced the good news of Jesus’ birth and told them to go and find the baby in the manger.
The shepherds followed the angel’s instructions and found Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus in the stable. They were filled with joy and awe at the sight of the newborn Savior. They spread the word about the miraculous birth, and many people came to see the baby Jesus.
Meanwhile, in a distant land, wise men saw a bright star in the sky. They believed it was a sign of the birth of a great king. They followed the star and traveled a long way to find the baby Jesus. When they arrived, they presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
The birth of Jesus brought hope and joy to the world. It is celebrated every year on December 25th as Christmas, a time when people come together to remember the love and peace that Jesus brought to humanity.
Matthew 1:21 is a verse from the Bible that says, “She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.” This verse is part of the narrative of the birth of Jesus Christ in the Gospel of Matthew. It highlights the significance of Jesus’ name, which means “Yahweh saves” or “God saves.” It emphasizes that Jesus came into the world with the purpose of saving humanity from their sins, offering redemption and forgiveness to all who believe in him.
Luke 2:10-11 is a passage from the Bible that says, “But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.'” This passage is part of the account of the birth of Jesus Christ in the Gospel of Luke. It describes the announcement made by an angel to the shepherds, proclaiming the arrival of the Savior and Messiah. It emphasizes that Jesus’ birth is a cause for great joy and is significant for all people. It highlights Jesus’ role as the long-awaited Savior and Lord.
Luke 2:14 is another verse from the Bible that is part of the account of Jesus’ birth. It says, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!” This verse is spoken by a multitude of angels who appeared to the shepherds after announcing the birth of Jesus. It is a declaration of praise and a proclamation of peace on earth, highlighting the significance of Jesus’ birth and the hope of peace that he brings to humanity.
Luke 2:9-12, “And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great fear. And the angel said to them, ‘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.'”
In the verse above, Luke describes the scene of the BIRTH OF JESUS.
An angel of the Lord appears to a group of shepherds, and the glory of the Lord shines around them, causing them to be filled with fear. The angel reassures them not to be afraid and announces THE GOOD NEWS OF GREAT JOY THAT WILL BRING JOY TO ALL PEOPLE.
The angel tells the shepherds that on that day, in the city of David, A SAVIOUR HAS BEEN BORN. THIS SAVIOUR IS IDENTIFIED AS CHRIST THE LORD.
THE BIRTH OF JESUS IS A SIGNIFICANT EVENT AS IT FULFILLS THE PROPHECIES AND PROMISES OF THE OLD TESTAMENT REGARDING THE COMING MESSIAH.
The angel provides the shepherds with a sign to recognize the baby Jesus. They will find him wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger, which is a feeding trough for animals. This humble and unexpected setting emphasizes the HUMILITY and HUMANITY OF JESUS’ BIRTH.
Overall, this verse highlights the JOYOUS ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE BIRTH OF JESUS, who is the LONG-AWAITED SAVIOUR and MESSIAH. It also emphasizes the HUMBLE CIRCUMSTANCES OF HIS BIRTH and THE UNIVERSAL SIGNIFICANCE OF HIS COMING.
Prayers 1. I thank you lord that it is NOT your WILL that ANYONE should PERISH! [John 3:16].
2. O God let the COMING OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST be a BLESSING to my ENTIRE HOUSEHOLD! [Isaiah 9:6, Luke 2:10 -11, Matthew 1:21].
3. Father lord, let your PLAN and PURPOSE for my LIFE be MANIFESTED today! [Jeremiah 29:11].
4. In this yuletide season, O God, let your MERCY and GRACE OVERWHELM my LIFE! [2 Corinthians 12:9].
5. O lord, I thank you for answering my prayers! [Psalm 118:21].
Good Morning. As from today, I am God’s WORKMANSHIP, created in CHRIST JESUS unto GOOD WORKS in the name of JESUS! [Ephesians 1:3].
MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM DELE ODEDAIRO. FG OUTREACH 2023.
Luke 12:34 says, ‘’ For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also’’.
It is NOT wrong for you to have HOPE. What matters is what your HOPE is built on.
ARE YOUR HOPE BUILT ON TRANSIENT THINGS OR IN ETERNAL THINGS?
We are told that where our treasures are, there our hearts will also be. So where are your treasures?
Your MIND and ENERGY will be drifted to where your PRICELESS POSSESSIONS ARE. Beloved, WHERE IS YOUR INSURANCE? Is it in GOD or on THINGS THAT ARE SEEN?
Think seriously on this as we approach a new year and LET GOD BE OUR PRIORITY. HE WILL HELP and STRENGTHEN US.
Prayers 1. Power of holy spirit work in my heart to set my affection on my heavenly treasure so that I will not be deceived by passing wealth of this life in the name of Jesus. Matt 6:19-20, Col 3:2.
2. O God grant me a willing and obedient heart to honour you with my treasures, I pray for a heart that trust in you and not in gold in the name of Jesus. Proverb 3:6, 1Tim6:17.
3. I pray for divine wisdom and insight to excel in the area of my career/enterprise so as to attract the attendant wealth in the name of Jesus. Deut 8:18, Daniel 1:20.
4. O God grant me a generous heart so that I can be rich in good works with the treasures you have blessed me with in the name of Jesus. 2Cor 9:7, 1Tim 6:17-18.
5. I thank God for all financial and material blessings, so also, for the spiritual blessings in heavenly places that I have enjoyed and will still enjoy in the name of Jesus. Eph 1:6, 2Pt 1:3
Good Morning. Today, I boldly declare and confess that in the coming year, I shall not lack any good thing, because I am sustained by heavenly treasures, in the name of JESUS!
This is a verse from the Bible, specifically from the New Testament in the book of John.
It states, “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.”
This verse is referring to Jesus Christ, who is often referred to as “the Word” in the book of John.
It emphasizes the belief that JESUS, WHO IS THE SON OF GOD, TOOK ON HUMAN FORM and LIVED AMONG HUMANITY.
It highlights the idea that Jesus is both fully DIVINE and fully HUMAN!
The verse also mentions that THOSE WHO WITNESSED JESUS SAW HIS GLORY, which refers to his DIVINE NATURE and THE MANIFESTATION OF GOD’S PRESENCE.
It further describes Jesus as being full of GRACE and TRUTH, emphasizing his CHARACTER and THE QUALITIES HE EMBODIES.
Overall, John 1:14 is a significant verse that encapsulates the BELIEF IN THE INCARNATION OF JESUS CHRIST and HIS ROLE AS THE SON OF GOD WHO CAME TO DWELL AMONG HUMANITY.
Isaiah 43:16, ‘’Thus says the lord, who makes a way in the sea, a path in the mighty waters’’.
Exodus 33:13, ‘’Now therefore, if I have found favour in your sight, please show me now your ways, that I may know you in order to find favour in your sight. Consider too that this nation is your people.”
Therefore,
1. In this remaining month of December, mighty God in BATTLE, MAKE a WAY for ME, where there seems to be no WAY!
2. BATTLES PURSUING me HOTLY from BEHIND, be FRUSTRATED!
3. OBSTACLES like RED SEA before ME, the I am that I am, PART them NOW!
4. O God my Father, DISPATCH your ANGELS to PAVE WAY for my PROMOTION, ADVANCEMENT and ELEVATION this day!
5. MIRACLE WORKER, CAUSE a DIVINE SUBSTITUTION to take PLACE, if this is what will MOVE me FORWARD!
Good Morning. Today, O God, SMOOTHEN my WAY to the TOP, in the name of JESUS!
This verse says, “Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name.”
THIS VERSE ENCOURAGES BELIEVERS TO APPROACH GOD WITH A HEART FULL OF GRATITUDE and PRAISE.
IT REMINDS US TO ACKNOWLEDGE AND APPRECIATE GOD’S GOODNESS AND FAITHFULNESS.
BY EXPRESSING OUR THANKSGIVING AND PRAISE, WE CAN ENTER INTO A DEEPER RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD AND EXPERIENCE THE JOY OF BEING IN HIS PRESENCE. HALLELUYAH!
