Now the birth of Jesus Christ took place in this way. When his mother Mary had been betrothed to Joseph, before they came together she was found to be with child from the Holy Spirit. And her husband Joseph, being a just man and unwilling to put her to shame, resolved to divorce her quietly. …
Monthly Archives: December 2022
Day 17 — Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God, which he promised beforehand through his prophets in the holy Scriptures, concerning his Son, who was descended from David according to the flesh and was declared to be the Son of God in power according to the …
Day 16 — Monday, December 12, 2022
Give ear, O Shepherd of Israel,you who lead Joseph like a flock.You who are enthroned upon the cherubim, shine forth.Before Ephraim and Benjamin and Manasseh,stir up your mightand come to save us! Restore us, O God;let your face shine, that we may be saved! O LORD God of hosts,how long will you be angry with …
Day 15 — Sunday, December 11, 2022
Again the LORD spoke to Ahaz: “Ask a sign of the LORD your God; let it be deep as Sheol or high as heaven.” But Ahaz said, “I will not ask, and I will not put the LORD to the test.” And he said, “Hear then, O house of David! Is it too little for …
Day 14 — Saturday, December 10, 2022
Now when John heard in prison about the deeds of the Christ, he sent word by his disciples and said to him, “Are you the one who is to come, or shall we look for another?” And Jesus answered them, “Go and tell John what you hear and see: the blind receive their sight and …
Day 13 — Friday, December 9, 2022
Be patient, therefore, brothers, until the coming of the Lord. See how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, being patient about it, until it receives the early and the late rains. You also, be patient. Establish your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is at hand. Do not grumble against …
Day 12 — Thursday, December 8, 2022
“My soul magnifies the Lord,and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,for he has looked on the humble estate of his servant.For behold, from now on all generations will call me blessed;for he who is mighty has done great things for me,and holy is his name.And his mercy is for those who fear himfrom generation …
Day 11 — Wednesday, December 7, 2022
God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved;God will help her when morning dawns.The nations rage, the kingdoms totter;he utters his voice, the earth melts.The LORD of hosts is with us;the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah Come, behold the works of the LORD,how he has brought desolations on the …
Day 10 — Tuesday, December 6, 2022
The wilderness and the dry land shall be glad;the desert shall rejoice and blossom like the crocus;it shall blossom abundantlyand rejoice with joy and singing.The glory of Lebanon shall be given to it,the majesty of Carmel and Sharon.They shall see the glory of the LORD,the majesty of our God. Strengthen the weak hands,and make firm …
Day 9 — Monday, December 5, 2022
How beautiful upon the mountainsare the feet of him who brings good news,who publishes peace, who brings good news of happiness,who publishes salvation,who says to Zion, “Your God reigns.”The voice of your watchmen — they lift up their voice;together they sing for joy;for eye to eye they seethe return of the LORD to Zion.Break forth …