Rejoice Greatly

Joy for All People

And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great fear. And the angel said to them, "Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. And this will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger. And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God saying, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!" (Luke 2: 8-14).

Let us rejoice this holiday season. Let us celebrate our Messiah Lord and Savior, who is Christ the Lord. For great things he has done. Joy to the world the LORD has come! Let us make a joyful noise before the King of Kings and LORD of Lords. His right hand and holy arm have worked salvation for him. Oh, sing to the LORD a new song for he has done marvelous things! The LORD has made known his salvation; he has revealed his righteousness in the sight of the nations. He has remembered his steadfast love and faithfulness to the house of Israel. All the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God. Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth; break forth into joyous song and sing praises! (Psalm 98: 1-4)​

Lord, I come before you today with a humble heart. Thank you for the good news of great joy that would be for all people. You brought forth salvation for all people. You brought peace on earth for those with whom you are pleased. For those that believe in you salvation has come! Let us sing with joy "Glory to God in the highest".  Let all the earth make a joyful noise to the LORD. Oh, sing to the LORD a new song for he has done marvelous things! Thank you for Jesus Christ our LORD and Savior. It is in your precious name we pray. Amen.