“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)
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 you can picture this devine baby being placed in a dog’s dish. 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 my prayer that all of our BMR readers and contributors would experience the true meaning of Christmas. I pray that during this season that you will feel the Hope of Christ, the Love of Christ, the Joy of Christ, and the Peace of Christ.
I know this has been a difficult year for many. So this Christmas in particular, may you have time to rest, relax, and reflect on the true meaning of Christmas. From my home to yours I wish you all a very Merry Christmas.
Sincerely,
Terry Dyer
Owner/Publisher
And to all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!! I m wondering if we had all made millions would we still be wishing each other a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year?? 2012 will be better. 🙂
Comment by alec — December 23, 2011 @ 8:59 pm