“As a result God highly exalted him and gave him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee will bow —in heaven and on earth and under the earth— and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord to the glory of
“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among people with whom he is pleased!” Luke 2:14 Into the Text The angels’ joyful proclamation of “peace on earth” is great news for us. The Prince of Peace, Jesus Christ, has finally come to bring God’s peace to
“Now the Word became flesh and took up residence among us. We saw his glory—the glory of the one and only, full of grace and truth, who came from the Father.” John 1:14 Into the Text God’s glory is often mentioned in the Bible and refers to the visible
“Suddenly a vast, heavenly army appeared with the angel, praising God and saying,” Luke 2:13 Into the Text What the shepherds saw must have been truly awesome. This was not the Roman army they knew and dreaded with its shimmering armor, shields, spears, and swords. This was God’s vast
“For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that although he was rich, he became poor for your sakes, so that you by his poverty could become rich.” 2 Corinthians 8:9 Into the Text It is truly amazing to think of the conditions Jesus was born in.
“He has helped his servant Israel, remembering his mercy, as he promised to our ancestors, to Abraham and to his descendants forever.” Luke 1:54-55 Into the Text At the end of her hymn, Mary sang of the God who mercifully remembered His promises of long ago. Many centuries earlier,
“He has brought down the mighty from their thrones, and has lifted up those of lowly position; he has filled the hungry with good things, and has sent the rich away empty.” Luke 1:52-53 Into the Text Mary focused on another aspect of God’s character. She stated that God
“from generation to generation he is merciful to those who fear him.” Luke 1:50 Into the Text Throughout her song, Mary displayed a deep reverence for God. Sadly, there is not much fear of God in our world. Many people just smile when they hear about God’s commandments. In
“because he has looked upon the humble state of his servant. For from now on all generations will call me blessed, because he who is mighty has done great things for me, and holy is his name;” Luke 1:48-49 Into the Text Mary meditated on God’s incredible might and
“And Mary said, “My soul exalts the Lord, and my spirit has begun to rejoice in God my Savior,” Luke 1:46-47 Into the Text Mary had just been told by the angel that she was going to conceive a baby. She was young and unmarried, a virgin. It would