We are in the final week before Christmas and it is time to pull out two of my all-time favorite videos. We have seen the the birth of Christ was announced by prophets over 700 years prior to the event and they told us every detail. The 9th chapter of Isaiah declares, “a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders and he will be called: wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah also tells us that a virgin shall conceive and bear a Son and call His name Immanuel (God is with us). On the night of the birth of Christ a host of angels announced the arrival of the Messiah to shepherds in nearby fields. Why were shepherds among the first to hear the news? After all, shepherds were a pretty rough crowd.

The job of a shepherd required that he guard the flock from wild animals, keep them calm during storms, and lead them to green pastures and pure water. They were not looked upon with much favor in society. All of this shows us that the King of kings and Lord of lords came for everyone. When John 3:16 says, “whosoever believes in Him shall not perish, but be saved”, it mean everyone. Christ did not come only for the wealthy, intelligent, and governing class, He came to save whosoever! It is the reason all, who have placed their faith in Christ can sing Hallelujah for that most Holy Night.

May the peace that only comes from the heart of our Savior live in you and yours this holiday season. Merry Christmas to one and all.