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Introduction
You will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal
pleasures at your right hand.
PSALM 16:11

Christmas! The word itself produces so much feeling in our hearts and
minds. Memories of favorite people and places, and expectations of happy
gatherings with those we love the most.
Above all, we know it is a time of reflection and awe as we
contemplate the greatest miracle of all time: when God became man,
born as a tiny, helpless babywith the sole purpose of becoming a
sacrifice to save the world from sin.
But, you and I live in a frenzied world. There is often more to do
than time to do it. Our energy is expended and our hopes and dreams
for a meaningful holiday often go unrealized.
Instead of peace, we find pressure. Instead of joy, exhaustion. Our
expectations vanish as quickly as Christmas morning, and we wonder
where the days went and how did we miss Jesus in all the activity.

Quiet Moments in His Presence

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There is a way to change all this. There is a key to the most

meaningful, joyful and peaceful Christmas you can imagine. The
treasure is found in experiencing the presence of God.

The Son of God

Please use this booklet as a starting point to enter into the presence of
Jesus Christ. Youll find daily readings that will help you focus your
thoughts on the true reason for the season.
Weve also included some favorite recipes to share with your family
and friends over the holidays.
There are innumerable blessings awaiting those who seek Him. And
His promise remains:

If you look for me in earnest,

you will find me when you seek me.
I will be found by you,
says the LORD.
JEREMIAH 29:13-14

Silent night! Holy night! Son of God, loves pure Light;

Radiant beams from Thy holy face, with the dawn of redeeming grace!
Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth; Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth.
Jesus Christ is God. The Bible tells us that He reflects His Fathers
glory and everything about Him represents God exactly.
How amazing that God became a tiny child and took on the
experience of mankind. He knew hunger, pain, sorrow, joy, temptation, and
loneliness. He tasted it all for you.
Hebrews tells us that only through becoming human could Jesus die
and break the power of the devil and death. Jesus came to earth so that you
could live.

OUR RESPONSE
Today, consider the heavenly scene as Jesus Christ, the glorious Son of
God, laid aside His majesty and left heaven to be born in Bethlehem. Can
you imagine the angels singing, as Gods plan was set in motion?
Now consider this: you were in His mind at that moment. You were the
joy that was set before Him, you are His portion, and His bride. He gave
the best of what He had for you.

Your attitude should be the same that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God,
he did not demand and cling to his rights as God. He made himself nothing;
he took the humble position of a slave and appeared in human form.
PHILIPPIANS 2:5-7

Simplicity
Joy to the world! The Lord is come! Let earth receive her King.
Let every heart prepare Him room, and Heaven and nature sing.
The word simplicity has a lightness and freedom all its own. It has the
notion of clearing away all the noise and non-essentials and leaving behind
that which we truly value.
For many of us the Christmas season has become a rush of activity
and pressure leading to emptiness rather than satisfaction and peace.
The question is, what will we clear away in order to make room for what
we truly value?

OUR RESPONSE
Take some time today to think about what you can do to simplify your
holiday. Consider the things that have little meaning and satisfaction to you
and be willing to let them go. Prepare room for Jesus this holiday.
The amount of peace, courage and confidence you will experience in
your life is in direct relation to the amount of time you spend talking with
God and meditating on His Word. Its all about what we choose to do.
Choose Him today.

Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens
the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.
REVELATION 3:20

The Virgin Mary

Bethlehem

Silent night! Holy night! All is calm, all is bright.

Round yon Virgin, Mother and Child! Holy infant, so tender and mild.
Sleep in heavenly peace, sleep in heavenly peace.

O little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie!

Above thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars go by;
Yet in thy dark streets shineth the everlasting Light;
The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight.

Mary was a teenage girl from the hill country of Nazareth when the
angel Gabriel came to her with such life-changing news.
As Mary heard what Almighty God was planning, her response was:
How can I have a baby? Im a virgin! Gabriel explained that the Holy
Spirit would come upon her and the baby would be the Holy Son of God.
He spoke this unalterable truth: Nothing is impossible with God.
Imagine the courage of this young girl. She knew she could face scorn,
humiliation, perhaps stoning. She might lose her fianc, Joseph, and
everything she thought her life would be.
Her response is a model of faith for all of us today: I am the Lords
servant, and I am willing to accept whatever He wants

OUR RESPONSE
The Bible tells us that Mary was blessed because she believed that the
Lord would do what He said. That same blessing is available to us today.
Take the time now to consider areas of unbelief in your own life. Ask God
to remove that unbelief, confess it to Him, and declare your belief in His
promises. Blessing will come to you, as you believe He will do the things
He has said.

Jesus looked at them and said. With God all things are possible.
MATTHEW 19:26

The prophet Micah, in the eighth century B.C., foretold that the
Messiah would be born in Bethlehem.
Even though Mary and Joseph were from Nazareth, God used a census
that required Joseph to travel to Bethlehem with Mary. There in a lowly
manger, the Savior of the world was born.

OUR RESPONSE
There may be times during the holiday season when things do not
happen the way you had hoped or planned. In those moments remember
that God is Sovereign over His creation and He has made an incredible
promise to you: All things work together for good for those who love God
(see Romans 8:28). Just as He orchestrated events that took Joseph and
Mary to Bethlehem, He will work out events for your good.
When things get challenging take a moment and call out the name
Jesus. This will help you to remember that He is always with you and for
you. Your stress will diminish as you realize God is working on your behalf.
But you, O Bethlehem Ephrathah, are only a small village in Judah.
Yet a ruler of Israel will come from you, one whose origins
are from the distant past.
MICAH 5:2

Lights!
Come on, ring those bells, light the Christmas tree,
Jesus is the King born for you and me. Come on, ring those bells,
everybody sing, Jesus, we remember this Your birthday.
Martin Luther is credited with the idea of illuminating Christmas
trees. The idea came from a late night walk in a German wood, nearly
500 years ago. Luther was struck by the way the starlight fell on the
evergreen trees in the forest. The beauty of the light on the trees brought
a sense of wonder and peace to Luther.
When he arrived home he fastened candle holders to the branches of
his tree. The custom of putting candles on Christmas trees swept across
Germany and around the world.
There is something about the quality of light that is unlike anything
else. Light brings us warmth, peace, and security. It overcomes darkness,
banishes fear, illuminates, and makes things beautiful. Its no wonder that
Jesus Christ is called the Light of the World. He is unlike anyone else, He
is our source, the Creator, and brilliant in glory.

OUR RESPONSE
When you look at the lights decorating your home, think of the
feelings they produce in you. Take time to enjoy them. Now remember
that Jesus is right beside you. His brightness can dispel any fear, gloom or
depression that comes your way. In Him, there is no darkness.
I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will
never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.
JOHN 8:12

Orange Date Nut Bread

BY

DEDE ROBERTSON

Ingredients

juice alternately to egg mixture. Fold in orange rind, nuts, and dates
(which have been dredged with flour) to the batter. Pour into greased

1 cup butter or margarine

1 cup chopped dates

2 cups sugar

1 tsp. salt

4 eggs

cup chopped nuts for top

3 cups sifted flour

of cake

and floured pan, making one angel cake pan or two loaf pans. Bake at
350 for one hour.
Remove from the oven. Let cool for 20 minutes and turn out on rack.
While still warm, pour a glaze of 1 grated orange rind, 1 cup sugar, 1
1 tsp. baking soda
cup orange juice heated until sugar dissolves, over cakes top and sides.
cup orange juice
1 cup buttermilk
Grated rind of 1 orange
1 cup chopped nuts

Instructions
Preheat oven to 350. In a large bowl, cream sugar and butter
together. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Blend
flour, salt, baking soda, and sift together. Add buttermilk and orange

Immanuel

The Shepherds

Christ, by highest heaven adored, Christ the everlasting Lord;

Late in time behold Him come, offspring of a virgins womb.
Veiled in flesh the Godhead see, hail the incarnate Deity!
Pleased as man with men to dwell, Jesus our Immanuel.

Silent night! Holy night! Shepherds quake at the sight,

Glories stream from heaven afar, heavenly hosts sing Alleluia,
Christ the Savior is born, Christ the Savior is born!

Immanuel. The meaning has incredible power: God with us.

No longer would mankind be alienated from the Father in heaven.
Now, God has come among us, and He is with us.
How would your life be different if you knew the strongest man in the
world was staying at your housethat surrounding you was the most
powerful weapon of protection the world has ever known?
What if you knew someone of great influence and authority who was always
ready to come to your defense, who promised never to leave?
The book of Romans tells us we have such a friend and advocate. In
fact, it puts it this way: If God be for us, who can ever be against us?

OUR RESPONSE
Christmas is the sure sign that God will do what He says He will do.
Consider the promises of Romans 8. Spend time thinking about how your
confidence would change if you really believed these words:
Who dares accuse us, whom God has chosen for his own? Will God?
No! He is the one who has given us right standing with himself.
I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from his love. Death cant,
and life cant. The angels cant, and the demons cant. Our fears for today,
our worries about tomorrow, and even the powers of hell cant keep Gods love
away. nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the
love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord.
ROMANS 8:33, 38-39

It was probably a cold Palestine night like any other. The shepherds
huddled together to fight off the fatigue and guard their flocks from
marauders and wild animals. Nothing in this familiar scene could have
prepared them for what happened next.
Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared to them. The incredible
radiance of Gods glory filled the field. They were overwhelmed with fear.
Just as quickly the angel spoke: Dont be afraid, I bring you good news of
great joy for everyone! The Savioryes, the Messiah, the Lordhas been
born tonight in Bethlehem! Immediately after the pronouncement the
armies of heaven began praising God, Glory to God in the highest, and on
earth, peace to all whom God favors.
How unlikely that God chose to announce the birth of His Son to a
group of lowly shepherds. What a beautiful picture of the nature of God
not a respecter of persons, not looking on the outward appearance. God
gave value and honor to those He chose to favor.

OUR RESPONSE
If you know Jesus as your Savior, you too are favored by God. Imagine
standing before God and being wrapped in a luxurious robe of His favor.
Feel its warmth and weight. During these cold winter days, remember you
are wrapped snugly and securely in the favor of God.
I tell you, now is the time of Gods favor, now is the day of salvation.
2 CORINTHIANS 6:2

Baked Macaroni and Cheese

BY

KRISTI WATTS

Ingredients
1 package elbow macaroni (16 ounces)
3 eggs
stick of butter
1 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup Colby and Monterey Jack cheese blend, shredded
cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
1 teaspoon Lawrys Seasoned Salt or sea salt
1 can evaporated whole milk, 12 ounces
cup sharp Cheddar cheese, in chunks
Dash of paprika and dash of pepper

Mixing Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375 F.
2. Add macaroni to a pot of boiling water. (Option: My mother adds a
little salt to the water. I dont I add salt later.) Stir occasionally
until the pasta is cooked but still firm to the bite.
3. Place 3 eggs into a bowl and whisk until well blended.
4. Once pasta is cooked, drain it thoroughly and return drained pasta to
the warm pot.
5. Stir butter into hot macaroni until noodles are evenly coated.
6. Add shredded cheeses, about to cup at a time, and
keep stirring.

7. Stir in milk.
8. Add beaten eggs and continue stirring until eggs are well incorporated
into noodle and cheese mixture.
9. Add salt and pepper to taste.
10. Pour noodle and cheese mixture into a baking dish or oven-safe
casserole dish.
11. Add chunks of sharp cheese randomly throughout the dish.
12. Sprinkle paprika on top for garnish.

Cooking Instructions
Place macaroni and cheese casserole into a 375 F preheated oven.
Bake uncovered for about 45 minutes, until top is slightly browned. Allow
casserole to set for about 5 minutes before serving.

Music
Angels we have heard on high, sweetly singing oer the plains,
And the mountains in reply, echoing their joyous strains. Shepherds, why this
jubilee? Why your joyous strains prolong? What the gladsome
tidings be, which inspire your heavenly song?
For many people the best part of Christmas is the music. Carols that bring
back the years in sharp focus, fill our homes and hearts, and make us glad.
On the night Christ was born, the angels sang and filled the skies with
incredible music. The Bible often talks about music and singing. Heaven
must resound with the glorious sound of melody and harmony.
Music is an important way that we are able to praise God. The Psalms
themselves are incredible songs of praise. The Bible tells us that God
Himself inhabits the praises of His people. We are commanded to come
before the Lord with singing and to make a joyful noise to our God. He
loves music, and He loves when we sing to Him.

OUR RESPONSE
You can bring the Lord a praise offering today, by singing to Him.
Choose a few of your favorite carols and sing them out loud to your Savior.
During this private concert, let a new melody come as you sing out your
thoughts to God. Its not the quality of your voicebut the quality of your
heart that matters here. Praise Him and let the joy come.
With singing lips my mouth will praise you.
PSALM 63:5

The Word

Angels

Yea, Lord, we greet Thee, born this happy morning,

Jesus, to Thee be all glory given.
Word of the Father, now in flesh appearing;
O, come let us adore Him, Christ the Lord.

It came upon a midnight clear, that glorious song of old,

From angels bending near the earth, to touch their harps of gold;
Peace on the earth, good will to men, from heavens all-gracious King.
The world in solemn stillness lay, to hear the angels sing.

What is a word? There are many definitions: an expression, promise,

pledge, assurance, information, direction, proclamation, communication
and more.
Our minds cannot fully comprehend that Jesus is the Word of God.
He is the expression of God, the promise of God, the pledge of God, the
information about God, the proclamation from God and so much more.
The Bible tells us that in the beginning, the Word existed. But that at
the proper point in human history, the Word of God became flesh and
dwelt among us.

The Bible tells us that angels are the highest of Gods creation.
Hebrews says that mankind was made a little lower than the angels.
Through the Scriptures we understand that angels are: Gods
messengers, His warriors, and His worshippers. Angels are sent on the
most important assignments. They are mighty and powerful beings that
King David described as the mighty ones who do Gods bidding.
Heaven is filled with the angels of God. They surround the throne
and fill the heavens with their singing. We are told they will be sent to
gather up those who are the elect, will separate the good from the evil at
the judgment, and will accompany Christ when He comes in all His glory.
It is no wonder that God sent His trusted angels to earth to announce
Peace on earth through the coming of His Son.

OUR RESPONSE
A word can be spoken, read, and it can be heard. Today, ask God to
reveal Jesus Christ as His Word to you. Ask Him to speak to you today
and take a moment now to listen to His voice. He will reveal Himself to
you as you seek Him. Write down His word to you and review it several
times throughout the day. Your joy and peace will grow substantially.

So the Word became human and lived here on earth among us.
He was full of unfailing love and faithfulness. And we have
seen His glory, the glory of the only Son of the Father.

OUR RESPONSE
There is another amazing thing about angels: Hebrews 1:14 tells us
that angels are ministering spirits who are sent to serve those who will
inherit salvation. If you know Jesus as your Savior, angels have been
assigned to serve you. Take time today to thank God for His unseen
messengers of protection and help. Rest in the fact that there are spiritual
forces at work today to guide and guard you.

JOHN 1:14

He will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.
PSALM 91:11

Sweet Potato Biscuits

Cranberry-Apple Crumble

(adapted from Blue Petes Restaurant, Virginia Beach, VA)

Ingredients

Ingredients

2 to 3 medium sweet potatoes (enough for 1 cups mashed)

cup high-quality butter (1 stick), softened
cup sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon salt
3 to 3 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder

4 Granny Smith applespeeled, cored and sliced

2 cups whole-berry cranberry sauce (either homemade or canned)
1 cup all-purpose flour, plus 1 tablespoon flour, divided
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
2
3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus tsp, divided
10 tablespoons butter, melted
cup toasted pecans, optional

Instructions
Bake sweet potatoes until soft,
about 45 minutes at 400 F. While
potatoes are still warm, measure 1 cups of pulp into a large bowl. Add
butter, sugar, milk, and salt; mix well.
Sift together flour and baking powder; add to sweet potato mixture.
Work lightly with hands to make a soft dough. Do not knead. Shape
dough into a flattened ball, cover in plastic or wax paper, and chill.
Dough can be made earlier in the day.
Do not overwork the dough because it will keep the biscuits from
risingbe gentlethe less the dough is worked, the better.
About 10 minutes before mealtime, pre-heat oven to 400 F
and position a rack in the upper third of the oven. Lightly grease 2
round cake pans. Gently roll dough out to a thickness of about 2 inches,
then cut into 2-inch diameter biscuits. Nestle rounds closely
in cake pans, and bake on the upper rack for 15 to 20 minutes until
golden brown. Time will vary with the width of the biscuit. Makes a
dozen 2-inch biscuits.

Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 F.
Mix together 1 tablespoon flour and tsp cinnamon. Toss
apple slices in flour mixture and place in a greased 8- or 9-inch
square baking dish. Spread the cranberry sauce over the apples.
In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, oats, brown sugar,
cinnamon, and melted
butter until crumbly.
Sprinkle over the apples
and cranberry sauce,
covering completely.
Bake for 45 minutes
in the preheated oven or
until apples can be easily
pierced with a knife and
topping is browned.

The Messiah
Come, Thou long expected Jesus! Born to set Thy people free;
From our fears and sins release us, let us find our rest in Thee.
Israels strength and consolation, hope of all the earth Thou art;
Dear desire of every nation, joy of every longing heart.
Down through history, God provided a road map for us so that we
could recognize the true Messiah. He foretold various signs and conditions
through His prophets. These signs or prophecies were given to us in the
Old Testament.
Written hundreds of years before the birth of Jesus, the Old Testament
contains over 300 prophecies that Jesus fulfilled through His birth, life,
death and resurrection.
The word messiah means anointed one. To be anointed means to be
consecrated, blessed, devoted, ordained, crowned and enthroned.

OUR RESPONSE
Today, spend time considering the staggering, historical proof that the
Bible is the Word of God. Ask God to increase your faith to take the
promises of Scripture as your own. Claim a promise from His Word and
present it to Him today. He is utterly faithful and He will do it.

Now it is God who makes both us and you stand firm in Christ.
He anointed us, set his seal of ownership on us, and put his Spirit in our
hearts as a deposit, guaranteeing what is to come.
2 CORINTHIANS 1:21-22

Giving Gif ts
We three kings of Orient are, bearing gifts we traverse afar, field and
fountain, moor and mountain, following yonder star.
The Bible tells us that three wise men came from eastern lands,
looking for the newborn king of the Jews. They followed a heavenly star
that marked the home where Joseph, Mary and Jesus lived.
When they arrived they fell to their knees and worshiped Jesus. There,
they presented Christ with their costly gifts of gold, frankincense and
myrrh. The Bible tells us they were filled with great joy.
Many traditions have come together leading us to the practice of
exchanging presents on Christmas. There was St. Nicholas in the fourth
century, and good King Wenceslas in the tenth. Even Charles Dickens is
credited with growing the tradition of giving gifts, through the
transformation of his beloved character, Ebenezer Scrooge.

OUR RESPONSE
It is important not to allow our gift-giving to overshadow the season.
Allow your gifts to express your love, but do not become a slave to impressing
others or increasing debt. People often cant remember from year to year
what they received and from whom. But kind words and gifts of precious
time are never forgotten.
If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts
to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven
give good gifts to those who ask him!
MATTHEW 7:11

Pear Tarte Tatin

Ingredients
4 large firm-ripe pears
cup unsalted butter
cup sugar
1 vanilla bean
Puff pastry dough (1 sheet)

Cooking Instructions
Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit on the bake setting
and put oven rack in the middle.
Peel and halve pears and then core each half (preferably with
a melon-ball cutter). Keep in lemon-infused water until ready to
cook to keep from browning.
Cut vanilla bean in half length-wise. Scrape seeds into sugar
and mix well so that seeds are evenly distributed. (You can do this
step 1-2 weeks ahead of time.)
Melt butter over moderate heat in a 9-inch well-seasoned castiron skillet.
While the butter is melting, place the pears on a towel (or
paper towels), cut side down.
As soon as the butter is melted, place vanilla bean in an X
pattern in the middle of the skillet (optional) and then sprinkle in
cup of the vanilla sugar so that sugar is evenly distributed.
Arrange the pears, cut side up, in skillet with wide parts

at rim of skillet and

the narrow parts
pointed to the
center of the X.
Cook without
stirring or shaking
until sugar turns
a deep golden
caramel, around
10 minutes. Watch
carefully because sugar has to caramelize but not burn.
Allow pears to cool in skillet until you can safely handle the
pan. Caramelized sugar can cause a nasty burn.
Roll out puff pastry dough on a lightly floured surface with a
floured rolling pin into a 12-inch round.
Arrange puff pastry dough over the top of the skillet and the
caramelized pears, and trim with a knife to fit the edge of the skillet.
Once trimmed, tuck edge of the puff pastry dough inside rim of
skillet and around the edges of the pears with the back of a knife.
Bake tart until pastry is golden brown, 30 to 35 minutes. Take
out of the oven and allow to cool.
Take a round serving plate (slightly larger than skillet) and
place top side down over skillet. Holding the skillet and the plate
tightly together, invert tart onto plate, tapping the bottom of the
skillet to make sure all the tart leaves the skillet. You can take the
vanilla bean halves out or leave them in; just dont serve them.
Serve tart warm with ice cream or whipped cream. You can
reheat if you make this ahead of time.

Traditions

F orgiveness

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, Jack Frost nipping at your nose,

Yuletide carols being sung by a choir, and folks dressed up like Eskimos.
Everybody knows some turkey and some mistletoe, help to make the season
bright, tiny tots with their eyes all aglow, will find it hard to sleep tonight.

No more let sins and sorrows grow, nor thorns infest the ground;
He comes to make His blessings flow, far as the curse is found.

Traditions are a wonderful part of a holiday. They provide us with

a sense of home and belonging, and help us define what makes our own
family so unique.
Have you ever thought about the traditions you hope your loved ones
will carry on? Have you found a special tradition or two that point your
familys attention and focus to Jesus?
For instance, in the Robertsons family, each Christmas Eve the
Christmas story from Luke is read. Then the youngest member of the family
has the honor and privilege of placing the Baby Jesus in the manger scene.
These special moments we relive year after year are building a
foundation of love, security, and important memories in each family
members heart.

OUR RESPONSE
This year, why not ask your family or friends what traditions are
important to them? Ask about favorite memories, foods, and holiday
events that hold a special place in their hearts. If you havent been
building these special traditions, its not too late to begin.

The story of Christmas is the story of forgiveness. It reveals how God

so loved the world that He sent His only Son, that whoever believes in Him
will not perish, but have everlasting life.
One of the greatest hindrances to enjoying a wonderful Christmastime
is when the thorns of unforgiveness fill our hearts. Unforgiveness is a
poison. It steals our lives and robs us of peace and power.
Jesus words are very strong on the subject of forgiveness: When you
stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive him, so that your
Father in heaven may forgive you your sins (Mark 11:25).
Dont let unforgiveness rob you of a single moment of this holiday
season. You can be as beautiful and pure as winters first snowfall.

OUR RESPONSE
Take time today to do an Unforgiveness Inventory. Ask the Holy
Spirit to show you any unforgiveness that you are harboring in your heart
and mind. One by one, bring them to God, and declare the debt forgiven.
Release those who have wronged you. God will help you do this lifechanging workif you will ask Him. You can be free.
Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.
COLOSSIANS 3:13

The Manger
Away in a manger, no crib for a bed, the little Lord Jesus
laid down His sweet head. The stars in the sky looked down where
He lay, the little Lord Jesus, asleep on the hay.
If you were asked to plan the entrance of the King of Glory to earth,
would this be the way you would have done it? Would you have chosen a
nondescript town in the middle of nowhere, and a space used by livestock
to shelter the King of Kings?
Can you imagine that night? A cold stone cave, with straw and mud.
Perhaps a torch casting a dim light across the scene, as cows and sheep ate
their evening meal. There the Creator of heaven and earth was born. God
had come to this world and would make salvation possible for all.

OUR RESPONSE
Lying in that manger was Jesus, the Way, the Truth, and the Lifethe
only way that you would ever be able to know God, to see heaven, to have
your sins forgiven, to receive eternal life.
Consider the gift God gave you that night. And remember, that
precious babys little hands that would grasp His mothers fingers, would
one day be freely given, stretched out to receive the nails that would hold
Him to a cross, for you.
the time came for her baby to be born. She gave birth to her first child,
a son. She wrapped him snugly in strips of cloth and laid him in a manger,
because there was no room for them in the village inn.
LUKE 2:6-7

Dear F riend,

As another year draws to a close, I am filled with gratitude and

amazement at all that God has accomplished.
I am also deeply grateful and appreciative of you. Your
partnership has made everything we do here at CBN possible.
Without you, millions would still be in darkness, lost forever,
without a Savior.
My prayer is that your holiday season will be overflowing
with Gods love and presence. May your heart rejoice in all of His
goodness and grace to you.
May the New Year bring you financial blessing, healing in your
body, the salvation of your loved ones, and the peace and abiding
comfort of living close to the Lord.
Merry Christmas to you and may the favor of God rest lavishly
on you and your home.
God bless you,

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To prepare the United States of America

and the nations of the world
for the coming of Jesus Christ and
the establishment of the
Kingdom of God on earth.

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please call the CBN Prayer Center
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