The Bible tells us that Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the reign of King Herod.
About that time some wise men (kings, magi) from eastern lands arrived in Jerusalem, asking, “Where is the newborn king of the Jews? We saw his star as it rose and we have come to worship him.” Matthew 2:11 says:
They entered the house and saw the child with his mother, Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasure chests and gave him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
What a sign of generosity! They opened their treasure chests. Just imagine yourself doing that. Anyway, they worshiped Jesus by giving Him expensive gifts... maybe not even knowing that Jesus came to earth with a gift for them, as a matter of fact with a gift for all mankind.
👉Jesus kept the giving going (as we should) by giving us the gift of peace.
I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid (John 14:27).
🎄I wish you a Merry Christmas. May you open your heart to receive this gift of PEACE!
Amen! Peace to you Marja! I have been studying those same verses and yes, so wonderful.
ReplyDeleteBlessings and Shalom! Have a Merry Christmas ❤️
Oh, that is wonderful, such awesome scriptures to ponder. Blessings to you.
DeletePeace to you and Merry Christmas, Marja!
ReplyDeleteThanks Martha Jan, we had a good Christmas time with the family. Hope yours was peaceful as well.
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