November 2, 2024

November 2:  Glad Tidings.

God's Greatest Gift to the World.
But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid; for see--I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people: to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is the Messiah, the Lord." --Luke 2:10, 11, NRSV

IN THE FIELDS  where the boy David had led his flock, shepherds were still keeping watch by night.  Through the silent hours they talked together of the promised Saviour, and prayed for the coming of the King to David's throne.  "And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them: and they were sore afraid.  And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour which is Christ the Lord."--The Desire of Ages, 47.

The Prince of heaven was among His people.  The greatest gift of God had been given to the world.  Joy to the poor; for Christ had come to make them heirs of His kingdom.  Joy to the rich; for He would teach them how to secure eternal riches.  Joy to the ignorant; He would make them wise unto salvation.  Joy to the learned; He would open to them deeper mysteries than they had ever fathomed; truths that had been hidden from the foundation of the world would be opened to men by the Saviour's mission.--The Desire of Ages, 277.

                                    For unto us a Child is born,
                                       Unto us a Son is given;
                            And the government will be upon His shoulder.
                                    And His name will be called
                              Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God,
                              Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
                                                                              --Isaiah 9:6, NKJV