“The days are coming,” declares the LORD, “when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, a King who will reign wisely and do what is just and right in the land. Jeremiah 23:5

Jesus fulfilled this prophecy when The Word became Flesh and he was delivered to us in a Manger. The King of Kings, who is the Truth, The Life, and The Way.

Nobody else could have filled this prophecy except for Jesus, who was without sin but died for our sins. Every knee shall bow and every tongue will confess, that Jesus Christ is Lord

In his days Judah will be saved and Israel will live in safety. This is the name by which he will be called: The LORD Our Righteous Savior. Jeremiah 23:6

Jesus has overcome the world, he has defeated death and hell. There is nothing that can defeat him or stand in his way of reigning as our King and Savior. No matter what evil rises against us, they will not prosper and will eventually be cut off from Gods Kingdom

He is our Shepherd and we are his sheep, you can live in safety and peace knowing he will not leave you or forsake you.

So then, the days are coming,” declares the LORD, “when people will no longer say, ‘As surely as the LORD lives, who brought the Israelites up out of Egypt,’ but they will say, ‘As surely as the LORD lives, who brought the descendants of Israel up out of the land of the north and out of all the countries where he had banished them.’ Then they will live in their own land.”  Jeremiah 23:7-8

Jesus will return one day to save Israel from all its enemies, he will destroy all nations that oppose Israel. He will reestablish the New Jerusalem, and we will live in peace with our King Jesus forever Amen

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Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” Luke 2:13-14

Imagine the scene of a sky filled with Angels glorifying the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus. This was just a little hint of Heaven here on Earth. As we should follow the actions of the Angels also and be glorifying our Lord Jesus daily.

When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.” Luke 2:15-16

The Shepherds didn’t hesitate to make the journey to see Jesus, they knew the importance of this event. How many of us hesitate to follow Gods calling? What great events from God are you missing by not obeying Gods Word?

When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them.Luke 2:17-18

The Shepherds didn’t hide their love for Jesus, they didn’t keep his birth a secret in fear of being mocked. They rejoiced and spread the word that the Messiah has finally come. Jesus was prophesized throughout the Old Testament and that time has now been fulfilled.

But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart. Luke 2:19

Mary knew since the day she conceived from The Holy Spirit, that her son would be Jesus the Messiah. However as humans there is always doubts playing in our minds. But every miraculous event she witnessed, she store them in her heart.

Is Jesus the center of your heart? Are you glorifying the name of Jesus and giving thanks to God for this wonderful gift? Spread the Word and Glorify his holy name Amen

While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them. Luke 2:6-7

During the time of Jesus birth, everything seemed like a great struggle. They had to travel far to go back to Bethlehem to complete a census, when they got to Bethlehem there was nowhere to have  baby Jesus, but what they didn’t realize was they were fulfilling Biblical prophesies to show everyone Jesus is the Messiah

Even though Jesus is The King he lowered himself below the angels to be born in a Manger. To show humility and that Jesus is for everyone.

An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Luke 2:9-10

Notice the Angels didn’t go to the Kings and Governments to announce the birth of Jesus, they went to the Shepherds. Thought by society to be insignificant, they were the first to know and see The Lord Jesus.

Let’s remember the birth of Jesus is Good News, he came to save the world, he conquered death. Let’s rejoice and give glory to Jesus

Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” Luke 2:11-12

The angels confirming Jesus is the Messiah, fulfilling prophecies of being from the line of David to the swaddling cloth. This is your King, Jesus is your Lord and Savior Born to You that you may have eternal life and be forever part of Gods Kingdom in Jesus Name Amen

.The angel went to her and said, “Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.” Mary was greatly troubled at his words and wondered what kind of greeting this might be.
But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God. Luke 1:28-30

Mary believed that she was just going to be an ordinary girl living an ordinary life, but one touch of Gods favor makes her extraordinary. Notice the angel Gabriel told Mary you are highly favored by God. This means God was watching her, admiring her faithfulness and holiness she committed to God.

You may think your life is ordinary or God doesn’t notice anything your doing, but he does. He knows every hair on your head. God has a plan, just like he did for Mary, stay faithful to God just like Mary did.

You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus.  He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David, and he will reign over Jacob’s descendants forever; his kingdom will never end.” Luke 1:31-33

Notice Gabriel clearly identifies our Messiah as Jesus, there are many false religions or prophets that try to reject this. But Jesus is the name above all names, trust in the Word of God and not man made doctrine

As Gabriel also tells us Jesus is the King of Kings, he sits on the throne and all the nations and governments rest on his shoulders.  And his kingdom will never end, because he is the alpha and omega, the beginning and the end.

“How will this be,” Mary asked the angel, “since I am a virgin?” The angel answered, “The Holy Spirit will come on you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the holy one to be born will be called the Son of God. Luke 1:34-35

Jesus was born of a virgin because he was pure, the only human to walk the Earth who was sinless. But he took our sins for us. With man this seems impossible but with God all things are possible.

And Gabriel clearly identifies Jesus as the Son of God, make no mistake about it he sits at the right hand of God.  The Word became Flesh and dwelt among us, give Thanks to God for sending his Son Jesus to save us and give us eternal life in Jesus Name Amen

And afterward, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions. Even on my servants, both men and women, I will pour out my Spirit in those days. Joel 2:28-29

How do we know when the return of Jesus is coming? Jesus said you will know by the labor pains, the time of travail. You look around the world and you see it everywhere. The world is a pressure cooker, nation has risen against nation, natural disasters and famine plaque the world.

But during this time God will also pour out his Holy Spirit upon us, giving us the wisdom, strength, and power to endure. To blow the horn of The Lords return so everyone is prepared.

I will show wonders in the heavens and on the earth, blood and fire and billows of smoke. The sun will be turned to darkness and the moon to blood before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the LORD. Joel 2:30-31

God uses the Heavens and The Earth as billboards for us to be warned. Many will dismiss these signs as coincidental but anyone who knows The Word of God knows these signs have meaning. Nobody knows the exact day or time of Jesus return, not even the angels in Heaven know. But God will prepare his children, so keep your lamps lit.

And everyone who calls on the name of the LORD will be saved; for on Mount Zion and in Jerusalem there will be deliverance, as the LORD has said, even among the survivors whom the LORD calls. Joel 2:32

There is good news, God is faithful and there is deliverance. Anyone who calls upon Jesus will be saved. Accept Jesus today as your Lord and Savior. If you seek him, he will reveal himself to you. There is no other path to Heaven, he is the Truth, The Life, and The Way in Jesus Name Amen

Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Typically when we pray  we are in need or suffering but do you ever stop to give Thanks to God for everything that is good in your life? The blessings you already have , the prayers that were already answered.

We can’t expect God to send us more blessings when we are not grateful for what we already have. Make sure you give Thanks to God, not just on Thanksgiving but every day.

Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift! 2 Corinthians 9:15

God has giving us the greatest gift of all thru our Lord Jesus Christ. His atonement sacrifice is an indescribable gift. How can you not be Thankful for the gift of eternal life?

How can you repay someone who gave you everything? You cant, but we can show our gratitude, love, and obedience to him.

Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever. 1 Chronicles 16:34

Jesus is the Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end, his love endures forever. Doesn’t matter how far from God you may have been, just like the Prodigal Son, he’s waiting for you to come home with open arms. His love and mercy endures forever.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. Psalm 100:4

We should come to The Lord with Thanksgiving and praise always, not just on Thanksgiving but every day. Today is a gift from God, without him nothing is possible. No matter how tough life gets sometimes, be grateful you have for every moment.

This Thanksgiving remember to be thankful for your life, your family, your spouse, your children and most importantly our Lord Jesus Christ who gives us strength Amen