“And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 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.” (Luke 2:8-11)
The birth of Jesus is why we celebrate Christmas – He is the reason for the season.
Some two thousand years ago a baby was born. This baby was born to a virgin and entrusted to the care of a carpenter. He was not given to a King, not protected by an army. There were no servants. He was not born with a silver spoon in His mouth. No, He was born to commoners in a stable and placed in a manger.
A manger is something that is used to hold food and water for animals, so it’s significant that this is where a divine baby was born. From the beginning, Jesus was and still is God with the people. He came to earth in humble beginings, lived a humble life, and died on a cross for the sins of the world.
In similar style, the first people to be informed of the birth of baby Jesus were the shepherds. In those days shepherds were one of the lowest of society. They were out in the fields living with the animals, not living in castles. The angel of the Lord gives them the Good News for the world. The angel tells them that a savior has been born to them, not only for them but for the whole world. The angel does not say He was born for some of the people. Jesus was born for ALL the people, ALL races, ALL ethnicities, ALL genders, ALL classses. He is for ALL.
Christmas is a celebration of “Jesus the Lord” coming to earth. He came for you and for me. In this season it is our corporate prayer that all of our BMR readers and subscribers, and people throughout the world, will experience the true meaning of Christmas. We pray that during this season, you will feel the Hope of Christ, the Love of Christ, the Joy of Christ, and the Peace of Christ.
Over Christmas, may you have time to rest, relax, help others, and reflect on the reason for the season. From our homes to yours, we wish you all a very Merry Christmas.
The BMR Team
Merry Christmas to the BMR team, it readers and subscribers! May everyone have a nice and relaxing Christmas from my family to yours!!
Dan
Comment by Dan1 — December 24, 2016 @ 10:07 am
Thank u, Dan1, and a special wish for a Merry Christmas to you and your family, and all BMR subscribers.
Comment by Jon - BMR — December 24, 2016 @ 11:37 am
I wish a Merry Christmas to Jon, John, Daniel, Terry and all of your BMR subsribers and families!!!
Comment by Greg — December 25, 2016 @ 7:32 am
Excellent message Jon. Merry Christmas everyone!
Comment by Daniel — December 25, 2016 @ 8:02 am
Dan …. ditto:)
Comment by Jeremy — December 25, 2016 @ 9:46 am
Awesome message…Merry Christmas?
Comment by GregJ. — December 25, 2016 @ 3:53 pm
How about a few free picks for your readers who aren’t subscribers
Comment by Bernie — December 25, 2016 @ 4:17 pm
A belated Merry Christmas to Jon, john, danial, and all subscribers. Sorry this is late. My daughter became very ill Christmas eve.
I have caught up on comments the last few days.
I did say that GGI could be the stock of 2017. Just like the chart called NRN, the chart is calling GGI. It is funny how a chart seems to know as I have posted this before.
Speaking of charts knowing,
Omega, yes it was me who mentioned YD, I have never seen such a beautiful bullish pennant flag in a chart prior to breakout. The cross came on low volume day and boom, up came the volume and the news.
I have hardly slept in 3 days. I wish everyone a Happy New in case I am not able to get online till then.
Comment by dave — December 25, 2016 @ 8:45 pm
Bernie – why??
Comment by Patricia — December 25, 2016 @ 9:01 pm
Merry Christmas!!
Comment by Charles — December 25, 2016 @ 10:23 pm
Merry Christmas – Check out the Northern Dynasty Minerals rocket – wow!
Comment by Rosco — December 27, 2016 @ 9:33 am
Nice day for KOPN on the NASDAQ, positioned for a great 2017…
Comment by Jon - BMR — December 27, 2016 @ 11:35 am