Today's Verse: Luke 2:6-7

Monday, December 23, 1957

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 room for them in the inn.
— Luke 2:6-7

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

Jesus entered our world in the most normal of ways for a child: the time came, his mother gave birth, he was wrapped in soft cloth, and placed in a crib. Only this was the Son of God who was born. His crib was a corncrib where animals ate, not a baby's crib. His room was a stable because there was no room for him. It wasn't just normal; it was common, even below average conditions for his birth. Can you imagine? The Holy God who created everything enters our world as a baby to share our way of life as one of us. Why? He loves us and wants us to come home to him. Incredible! Incredible story. Incredible love. Incredible God!

My Prayer...

O Lord God Almighty, how can I ever show you how much the gift of your Son means to me? I am struck with wonder and joy that you should love me in this incredible way. Please accept my praise and adoration for both you and your Son. Praise to you, loving Father, for your indescribable gift! In Jesus' name. Amen.

Comments

Archived Facebook Comments

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Monday, December 23, 1957

Passion for Praise
A daily passage of Scripture emphasizing praise to our God.
'He Has Done Great Things for Me!' (Lk. 1:49-52)
"[Mary responded] "For the Mighty One is holy, and he has done great things for me. He shows mercy from generation to generation to all who fear him......"
Quotemeal
A daily dose of Christian quotes to inspire and encourage.
Quote by Jan Huss:
"Rejoice, that the immortal God is born, so that mortal man may live in eternity."
Spiritual Warfare
A daily devotional about God's power for our battles.
'Don’t Fear Leaving Safety to Follow Jesus'
"Peter said, "Lord, if it is really you, then command me to come to you on the water." Jesus said, "Come." And Peter left the boat and walked on the..."
Praying with Paul
Features the apostle Paul's writings turned into daily, powerful prayers.
'No Distinctions' (Co. 3:5-10)
"Dear Father, Let me live in the light of your truth about myself - that my old nature has been put off, with its baggage of practices, and that I..."

Illustration

Illustration of Luke 2:6-7 — 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 room for them in the inn.

About This Devotional

Today's Verse is a free daily devotional that includes a Bible verse, thought and prayer.

The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.

All scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION. © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan Publishing House.

More Today's Verse