Verse of the Day for Saturday, December 23, 2023

 

Verse of the Day
Saturday, December 23, 2023

Luke 2:11-14

11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. 12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” 13 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, 14 “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”

Verse 11: This verse announces the birth of Jesus, identifying Him as the long-awaited Savior, Messiah, and Lord. The reference to the town of David ties Jesus to King David, fulfilling the prophecy that the Messiah would be a descendant of David.

Verse 12: The angels provide a specific sign for the shepherds, emphasizing the humility of Christ's birth. The Messiah, instead of being born in grandeur, is found in a simple manger, wrapped in cloths.

Verse 13: The sudden appearance of the heavenly host symbolizes the significance of the event. It's a moment of divine revelation and celebration, marking a turning point in human history.

Verse 14: This verse encapsulates the mission of Jesus' birth: to bring glory to God and peace on Earth. The phrase on whom his favor rests suggests that peace is available to those who accept and align with God's will.

These verses collectively highlight the theme of divine intervention, humility, and the fulfillment of God's promise of salvation. The announcement to the shepherds, a group considered lowly in society, reinforces the Christian belief that God's grace and salvation are accessible to all, irrespective of social status.

Scripture from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®.

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