May this help us deepen our knowledge on Jesus and His birth.
A blessed and reflective reading to all (".)
“Then a shoot will spring from the stem of Jesse, and a branch from his roots will bear fruit. – Isaiah 11:1 NASB
Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus
Year after year, they waited. They waited through the rule of countless kings…while foreign armies fought over their land…when their temple was destroyed and then rebuilt…and during years of exile and return. Over time, many stopped believing or gave up hope. But some held on to the prophecies that a Messiah would come.
Then He came into the world! But Jesus was born at a time, and in a way, that surprised many. He brought hope for everyone, as Isaiah had prophesied (Isaiah 42:1-4): “In His name the Gentiles will hope” (Matthew 12:21).
Overwhelmed by all the promises fulfilled, in 1745 Charles Wesley wrote “Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus,” a hymn celebrating the prophetic aspects of His birth.
Wesley described how Jesus was “born to deliver His people.” Although born in humble circumstances, He still was a King, “born to reign in us forever.” Wesley also focused on the impact Jesus makes in people’s lives. He prayed that by the Holy Spirit, Jesus would “rule in all our hearts alone.”
Wesley also wrote that He was “born to set Thy people free.” These words may have been inspired by the years he spent in America. He was troubled by the slavery he witnessed there, and particularly by the enslaved children. He was so shaken that it’s said he nearly had a nervous breakdown. But Wesley knew that Jesus could bring complete freedom! He could free us from fears and sins. Everyone could “find our rest in Thee.”
Although people may look for political or economic solutions to the world’s problems, Wesley knew that Jesus is the “hope of the earth.” He is the “desire of every nation, joy of every longing heart.”
Now you can celebrate! The long-expected Messiah has come! Place your hope in Him.
Today's Inspirational Prayer
Dear Lord Jesus, thank You that You have given me hope. I trust my life to You. Use me to impact others for the Gospel. In Your name. Amen.
(note: readings and sharing from Inspiration Ministries)
Praise God!
He has come and He is coming back again!
Have a great day in the Lord!
InTouch Impact Team Prayer Partnership:
Please pray with me,
(for the month of December)
WEEK 5: As we begin a new year, ask God to show every
Glory to GOD!
(for the month of December)
WEEK 4: Lift up believers this week as we celebrate Christ’s
birth. Pray that we will be able to meditate on the spiritual
meaning of the holiday in the midst of all the festivities.
WEEK 5: As we begin a new year, ask God to show every
believer His will for his or her life. Pray that each Christian
will have a heart that is willing and obedient to the Lord.
Glory to GOD!
May Jesus' love abounds in us all everyday (".)
Bible in a Year:
Read the Bible in One Year- Here's a reading plan where you and I can focus on God's Words everyday....to make it a habit, make it a practice, Amen :)
Read with me; God speaks to us through His words :)
December 21, 2011- Joshua 1-4
Today is the day :)
If you have not received Jesus Christ yet in your heart, today is the day. May you embrace His love and His gift :)
"Lord Jesus, I believe You are truly the Son of God. I confess that I have sinned against You in thought, word, and deed. Please forgive all my wrongdoing, and let me live in relationship with You from now on. I receive You as my personal Savior, accepting the work You accomplished once and for all on the cross. Thank You for saving me. Help me to live a life that is pleasing to You. Amen." (ref prayer by: Dr. Charles Stanley, InTouch Ministry)
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