"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 of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger. Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests."
These verses are so powerful. The angel didn't appeared to the wealthy, but to shepherds. These could have been the shepherds that supplied the lambs for the temple sacrifices that were performed for the forgiveness of sin. The angels invited these shepherds to go see the "Lamb of God". This God would take away the sins of the whole world forever.
The shepherds didn't just walk to see the new baby, but they ran. They knew that their own lives would never be the same.
The coming of Christmas is a time to reflect on what is really important in your own life.
Each day I will open up the specific window on the calendar. Behind each window is a special gift that will draw me closer to Christmas Day. I will take time to ponder each specific gift.
There is more to Christmas than receiving gifts. This is a time that we can assist each other and help others to understand the true meaning of Christmas.
There are so many different sizes and types of Advent Calendars. Find yourself a calendar that will prepare you for the true meaning of Christmas Day.
Once you find the true meaning of Christmas, your life will suddenly be changed!
Merry Christmas!
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Christmas is coming so we better be ready
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