Joseph and Mary. Faithful ones. Separately told of the birth of a Son. The Son of God. Mary, upon hearing she is the chosen vessel to be used of God, replied saying, “Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word.” (Luke 1:38) Joseph, resolved to divorce her quietly until the angel of the Lord visited him, explaining the virgin birth of Jesus. Joseph did as the Lord commanded him and took Mary as his wife. (Matthew 1:24)
Together, Mary and Joseph commit their marriage to God, honoring Him, travel to Bethlehem to give birth to their first born Son, Jesus. “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.” (John 1:14)
As we read about the birth of Jesus, we are reminded of our need of a Savior. By faith, upon hearing the gospel message, we believe and commit our ways to following Him. Living a devoted, faithful life of obedience is the mark of being a true Christian. Jesus will greet His children as He welcomes them into heaven with these words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” (Matthew 25:23a)
O Come All Ye Faithful *
1 O come, all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant,
O come ye, O come ye to Bethlehem!
Come, and behold Him, born the King of angels!
Refrain:
O come, let us adore Him;
O come, let us adore Him;
O come, let us adore Him, Christ, the Lord!
3 Sing, choirs of angels; sing in exultation;
sing, all ye citizens of heav’n above!
Glory to God, all glory in the highest![Refrain]
4 Yea, Lord, we greet Thee, born this happy morning;
Jesus, to Thee be all glory giv’n!
Word of the Father, now in flesh appearing! [Refrain]
*hymnary.org