Away In A Manger

The birth of Jesus is a time surrounded by many miracles. There are angelic appearances, a virgin conception, split-second timing as to the precise moment of His birth. 

Luke 2:7 And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.

What an amazing statement!

I mean, the hand of God is highly visible in the birth of the Lord Jesus into this world.

That the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords would come to this world and be placed in a manger is almost beyond my comprehension. 

A manger is a feeding trough for farm animals. To my mind it was certainly no place for a baby, much less the Son of God. 

“Away in a manger no crib for a bed — The little lord jesus laid down his sweet head. — The stars in the bright sky looked down where he lay — The little lord jesus asleep on the hay.”  Martin Luther.

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The Greatest Message

As they moved about tending their flocks, the shepherds were often accused of being thieves and unreliable. 

Then heavenly messengers visited them and life changed.

Luke 2:9,11,13-14 And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. 

[11] For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. 

[13] And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, 

[14]Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.

God had a place in His grace and in His love for these dirty, defiled sinners. They found Jesus, believed in Him, and left with a song in their heart.

God loves us in spite of what we are – Rom. 5:8. I’m glad I have that song in my heart.

“O come, all ye faithful, -  Joyful and triumphant, — O come ye, O come ye to Bethlehem. — Come and behold Him, —  Born the King of Angels; — O come, let us adore Him, — O come, let us adore Him, — O come, let us adore Him, — Christ the Lord.”

Ideas for this unprofitable blog are taken from The Sermon Notebook—Biblical resources for preachers and teachers of the word of God. They allow these sermons to be used as the Lord leads but not for profit. 

Strength For The Faint

I’m glad the good Lord shares His power and strength when we need help. 

Isaiah 40:29 He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength.

I hate missing church, but the medical treatment I’m receiving leaves me weak, so I missed last Sunday. 

Determined to go yesterday, I asked the Lord to give me strength and He did. I went and participated as usual.

I’m always amazed when the Lord answers my short, simple prayers. It makes me look up and smile at Him. We have a close relationship. Seems He is just waiting for my next request. 

Are you weak? Do you need strength? Ask the Lord. God is good.  

Ideas for this unprofitable blog are taken from The Sermon Notebook—Biblical resources for preachers and teachers of the word of God. They allow these sermons to be used as the Lord leads but not for profit. 

Things God Has Prepared

Believers haven’t even begun to grasp all that is ours in Jesus Christ.  

A verse that is usually used to tell of the glories of Heaven is better applied to this life.

1 Corinthians 2:9 But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him.

We can’t imagine what the Lord can do in and for those who are His. He died for me, He called me, and He saved me.  He did it all.

He placed me in His body.  He gave me a place of service.  He equipped me to serve.  He gave me gifts that would help me to do His will. 

When this life is over He will still reward me for the works I perform for Him.  1 Cor.  3.

No wonder we will toss our crowns at His feet and praise His Name - Rev. 4.

“His Name is Wonderful — His Name is Wonderful — His Name is Wonderful — Jesus My Lord. —  He is the Mighty King —Master of everything — His Name is Wonderful — Jesus My Lord.

“He’s the Great Shepherd — The Rock of all ages — Almighty God is He. — Bow down before Him — Love and adore Him. His Name is Wonderful — Jesus my Lord.”  Audrey Mieir

Ideas for this unprofitable blog are taken from The Sermon Notebook—Biblical resources for preachers and teachers of the word of God. They allow these sermons to be used as the Lord leads but not for profit.