A Cave?
When I first learned that the “stable” was likely a cave, I went into denial. I don’t know how old I was, but the story took a dramatic shift in...
Light Revealed to All Nations
“Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was on him.” Luke...
Tell It On the Mountain
As the angel choir withdrew into heaven, the shepherds talked it over. “Let’s get over to Bethlehem as fast as we can and see for ourselves what God has revealed...
Shepherd’s Fields
Suddenly, God’s angel stood among them and God’s glory blazed around them. They were terrified. The angel said, “Don’t be afraid. I’m here to announce a great and joyful event...
Humble Beginnings
“And while [Joseph and Mary were in Bethlehem], the time came for her baby to be born. She gave birth to her firstborn son. She wrapped him snugly in strips...
Constant Change and God’s Plan
In those days a decree went out from Emperor Augustus that all the world should be registered. This was the first registration and was taken while Quirinius was governor of...
Hope for All
For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all, and training us to renounce impiety and worldly passions, and in the present age to live lives that are...