Passion to be a peace-maker and peace-giver to others. All is calm, all is bright round yon virgin mother and child. It’s never too late to usher in God’s peace and joy found in the true meaning of Christmas…, For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Like a mirage, I can see these wonders of Christmas shimmering in the distance, but I cannot quite reach them. In this season, more than any other, busyness and distractions abound. Of Curtains, Contentment, and Christmas. Readiness to love and pray for friends and neighbors as well as enemies as Jesus commanded. Day 14 - December 12. Look! Day 15 – December 13. Other sizes are available upon request -- enter your custom size in the "Custo… Teach us to Number our Days (Psalm 90:12), Designed for Prayer: the pause of a praying mantis, Jesus is the Way, the Truth, the Life–a poem, The Potter’s Hands: a poem about Isaiah 64:8, Idolatry: Worshipping Family instead of God, Psalm 23: A Shepherd’s Meanings and Motivations, 25 Christmas Bible Verses to Usher in Peace and Joy, Praise God: never forget the good things he does, Christmas Countdown Challenge, Week 4-celebration, Christmas Countdown Challenge, Week 3-peace, Christmas Countdown Challenge, Week 2-expectations, Christmas Countdown Challenge, Week 1-worry. Let’s look more closely at the meaning of Advent peace. Matthew 1:18–25. We think kindly of family and friends and like to think we bear no one ill will. In a world where worry, not peace, prevails, stir up that good news again. Make known his praise around the world. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. So today as we begin our Advent celebration, let’s remember that God is a God of many promises. “Suddenly an angel appeared among them, and the landscape shone bright with the glory of the Lord. Share these verses with friends and family to inspire hope! This Christmas devotional is specifically made for family worship during the advent season. The Christmas rush? Rejoicing in Christmas. “Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; He is the Messiah, the Lord.”, 4)  Peace for Us (Luke 2:14) “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.” – Luke 2:14 – Luke 2:14 “And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us.” Find all of our books, bibles, greeting cards and special offers in our store. Reading the Nativity story and the many Bible verses about the coming of Christ fills our hearts with joy as we grasp God’s love for the world. John 3:16 NLT, So the Word became human and made his home among us. The virgin will conceive a child! This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Scriptures on the birth of Jesus and God's blessings will fill your heart with cheer. Isaiah 12:5 NLT, Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift! Are you feeling it yet? We saw his star as it rose, and we have come to worship him.” Matthew 2:1-2 NLT, When they saw the star, they were filled with joy! The Covid Grinch did not win this year. So true. God’s peace and joy rise up through his Word and his presence. Bible Verses about Peace - Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. The Gospel depicts the events, words and experiences of those connected to the birth of the newborn child and what His birth means to us. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful. Christmas Bible Verses Celebrating Christ's Birth "Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. John 1:14 NLT, He came into the very world he created, but the world didn’t recognize him. Merry Christmas to you L.D.! Matthew 1:18 NLT, As he considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream. He was full of unfailing love and faithfulness. The Peace and Joy of Knowing the Savior Lives. You really could do something with them like greeting cards, calendars, etc. Note: My new book, A Soul’s Anchor: Prayers and Poems to Hold God Close, is now available on Amazon.com. And by re-telling the Nativity story in church or during family gatherings, we can keep the Spirit of Christ on our minds and in our hearts. Openness to receive the Prince of Peace into the broken areas of life. 1)  God with Us (Isaiah 7:14) This website uses cookies to personalize content and ads and to analyze traffic. The "About This Blog" link on the menu above tells my story. “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom His favor rests.”, 5)  Forgiveness for Us (Matthew 1:21) God’s Promised Shalom. Romans 8:32 NIV, Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, “I am the light of the world. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. ‘Don’t be afraid!’ he said. Other sizes are available upon request -- enter your custom size in the "Custo… The government will rest on his shoulders. © Jamie Trunnel and A Scriptured Life, 2015-2021. Isaiah 26:3 . When it was time to leave, they returned to their own country by another route, for God had warned them in a dream not to return to Herod. Isaiah 7:14 NLT, This is how Jesus the Messiah was born. Enthusiasm to sing songs of joy during this season and all year. The words the angels proclaimed to the shepherd on that first Christmas night are heard this year with a new perspective: "Peace on earth; good will toward men" (Luke 2:14). Post was not sent - check your email addresses! Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Jamie Trunnel and A Scriptured Life with appropriate and specific direction to the original content. Many people are doing with out right now, and some just find it hard to cope with the feeling of overwhelm. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit. Christmas Themes - Peace One of our Inspirational Devotions. Bible Verses about Christmas - And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his… For unto you is born this day in the city of David… Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men… And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring… And so it … Isaiah 9:6 NLT, But you, O Bethlehem Ephrathah, are only a small village among all the people of Judah. His peace is enjoyed by those who based their faith off that truth. In this season, more than any other, busyness and distractions abound. These verses have a wonderful way of feeding our faith during the holiday season. Your email address will not be published. Israel and Palestine are under attack. Today John Piper explains in a clip from his 2011 Christmas sermon, explaining Luke 2:14. Shop Now, Follow the Guideposts special series, Overcoming Addiction Visit Now. But before the marriage took place, while she was still a virgin, she became pregnant through the power of the Holy Spirit. Matthew 2:11-12 NLT, For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life. I do… Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God… Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all… In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord… You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because… Christmas Peace. We sense all is calm, all is bright. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Luke 2:14 - Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men. She will give birth to a son and will call him Immanuel (which means ‘God is with us’). America is under attack. We can write them in our journal or share them with family and friends on  Christmas cards or social media. It seems the angels had it right when they declared, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men!" We are given God’s peace: Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace, good will to all. Dec 10, 2020 - Back Product Description Concordia Supply Church Banners are completely customizable and printed on either 13 oz, scrim vinyl with grommets or polyester fabric with pole loops. Christmas is such a wonderful holiday. About that time some wise men from eastern lands arrived in Jerusalem, asking, “Where is the newborn king of the Jews? ~Jamie Trunnel. Tonight we will walk through the darkness and look at the starry sky. For the child within her was conceived by the Holy Spirit.” Matthew 1:20 NLT, “And she will have a son, and you are to name him Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.” Matthew 1:21 NLT, She gave birth to her firstborn son. And we have seen his glory, the glory of the Father’s one and only Son. Dec 25, 2019 - Back Product Description Concordia Supply Church Banners are completely customizable and printed on either 13 oz, scrim vinyl with grommets or polyester fabric with pole loops. Words that build our faith and help us to grasp God's love for the world. They were badly frightened, but the angel reassured them. Whenever Christmas carols are sung, this hymn is sure to be among them, for it has long been one of the best loved. Bible verses related to Peace On Earth from the King James Version (KJV) by Relevance - Sort By Book Order . We've compiled a list of some of the best ones. As we enjoy the season, let us pause to reflect on some of the Scriptures that point us to the birth of Jesus, the light of the world. The word peace, or versions of the word, is used in all but one New Testament book. Chapter Parallel Compare. A Christmas Peace Christians depend upon the truths found in the Word of God and in the forgiveness that is given in Jesus’ name, this brings them a great peace. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”, 3)  Savior for Us (Luke 2:11) These Christmas devotional recommendations are meant to provide busy moms and families with resources to reflect on the Advent message, rejoice in Christ, and enjoy the season. Day 13 - December 11. But we know better. Here are the best Christmas Bible verses to remind us of the joy, peace, and love of the holiday season! She wrapped him snugly in strips of cloth and laid him in a manger, because there was no lodging available for them. This site helps myself and others apply Scripture to everyday life. Jesus brought about peace, in the most unexpected ways, when he arrived. You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you. Never have we needed Your joy and peace more than now. New wonders and knowledge come to mind every time I read Bible verses about the birth of Christ and the love he brings our world. With all the decorating, baking, sending cards and packages, shopping, wrapping…well, it is difficult to be still and quiet. Required fields are marked *. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.” John 8:12 NLT, The Word gave life to everything that was created, and his life brought light to everyone. “Suddenly a great assembly of the heavenly forces was with the angel praising God.