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Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. 12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” 13 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, 14 “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” --- Luke 2:11-14 Some of the Jews were waiting for a savior to deliver them from Roman rule; others hoped the Christ (Messiah) would deliver them from physical ailments. But Jesus, while healing their illnesses and establishing a spiritual Kingdom, delivered them from sin. His work is more far-reaching than anyone could imagine. Christ paid the price for sin and opened the way to peace with God. He offers us more than temporary political or physical changes---he offers us new hearts that will last for eternity. --- Life Application Study Bible notes PRAYER Dear Heavenly Father, What an amazing night! To have a glimpse of Your heavenly glory, to hear a mighty army of praise, to see the Messiah-Child, to listen to the angel recite His glorious title - Savior, Messiah and Lord. By Your greatness, You became small, by Your power You became powerless. By Your limitlessness You become limited. Through the birth of Your son, we can live in Your light that shines on a world transformed by the limitless power of Your love. I offer my praise and adoration for Your glorious gift of Jesus. As the shepherds could not keep quiet about all they had seen and heard, help us to be fervent Good News tellers as well. In Jesus’ name, Amen