Good Tidings of Great Joy
So today I read Luke 2: 1-19. Yes, this is the famous story of Jesus' birth. Have you ever read these verses? I mean, actually READ them? These verses contain some of the most beautiful verses in the entire standard works. "For behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy." "Glory to God in the highest, and on Earth, peace. Good will toward men." Joy, glory, peace, good tidings. Power words. These words are charged with positive energy. Don't they just make you want to sing? As much as I love this time of year, (which is a whole flippin' lot) I especially love the power that comes from knowing I have a Savior, Jesus Christ. And this power radiates all year round. 365 days a year. 52 weeks. 12 months. I was challenged to read these verses tonight (thanks, Mom!) and to think about what it means to me to have a Savior Jesus Christ. What are the good tidings of great joy that I have received because of Him? What good tidings have brought me great