Devotion:
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Read Luke 1:26-35.
The Angel Gabriel was dispatched from the throne of God to a city in Galilee called Nazareth, to a virgin named Mary. This moment in history not only changed Mary, but all who would believe in her son. The glorious presence of Gabriel was enough to frighten anyone. This was an overwhelming moment for Mary. The shock of seeing Gabriel was small in comparison to the message he brought her. She sees an angel, the angel tells her she is going have a child and she will name the child Jesus which means God is salvation. The joy over this message she received gave her joy that was unspeakable and full of glory..
When Mary visited her cousin Elizabeth the power of the Holy Spirit came on Elizabeth and John The Baptist leaped for joy in her womb, and she prophesied that Mary was blessed among women. What a joyous moment for these two special mothers.
I hope you are filled with joy this Christmas. Let us worship God with joy!
Personal Worship Option:
God of joy, we celebrate that you are not hidden from us, but you chose to be with us in the blur and mystery of our lives. Amid Christmas lists, parties and the Christmas rush, you are with us as a song that echoes in our minds, as the light of the advent candle, or as a card from a friend. We turn to you and pray that you would birth joy and healing, blessing and hope in us. Amen.
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