“Glory to God in the highest heaven and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” (Luke 2:14)
A host of angels is as numerous as the stars in the sky. That is how many were visible to the shepherds in the field who heard of Messiah’s birth. The best marketing gurus have nothing on God who announced the birth of His Son with such a startling crescendo that it was impossible for the shepherds not to hear and be excited. I wonder what it sounded like.
The multitude of heavenly angels proclaimed glory to God and announced that those highly favored and under His care would find peace. God’s favor is the definition of ‘grace’. His grace is bestowed upon all who have sought and received His forgiveness for their transgressions. It’s quite simple really; God desires our praise, glory and honor in exchange for our sin debt being paid in full. We are to have a willing desire and voluntary allegiance to an unseen deity. We are also to allow the Lord to mold and make us into all He knows we can be. Christmas isn’t about gifts, but rather about THE gift, Jesus Christ. When you are opening your presents on Christmas morning, remember the Christ child from whom all blessings flow. Until next time, walk with the King and be a blessing!
