The Impossible Occurred
Listen to Today’s Devotion The noise and the bustle began earlier than usual in the village. The owner of the inn had awakened earlier than most in the town. After all, the inn was full.…
Questions for Joseph
Listen to Today’s Devotion You’ll find knotholes and snapshots and “I wonders” in every chapter of the Bible about every person. But nothing stirs so many questions as does the birth of Jesus Christ. Characters…
The Decision of Discipleship
Listen to Today’s Devotion Jesus’ earthly father is a small-town carpenter who lives in Nazareth. Now why Joseph? A major part of the answer lies in his reputation, and he gives it up for Jesus.…
Make Room
Listen to Today’s Devotion Some of the saddest words on earth are, “We don’t have room for you.” Jesus knew the sounds of those words. He was still in Mary’s womb when the innkeeper said,…
Where Joseph Stood
Listen to Today’s Devotion On the night when Jesus was born, I wonder if Joseph prayed, “Father, this all seems so bizarre. The angel you sent? Any chance you could send another?” You’ve stood where…
Out on a Limb
Listen to Today’s Devotion After His mother Mary was betrothed to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Spirit (Matthew 1:18 NKJV). Joseph was perched firmly on his branch…
In A Moment
Listen to Today’s Devotion It all happened in a moment, a most remarkable moment. God became a man! Heaven opened herself and placed her most precious one in a human womb. Jesus came, not as a flash…
Are You Looking?
Listen to Today’s Devotion One’s imagination is kindled thinking about the conversation of the innkeeper and his family. Did anyone mention the arrival of the young couple the night before? Did anyone ask about the pregnancy…
Linger Near the Manger
Listen to Today’s Devotion Christianity was born in one big heavenly interruption. Just ask the Bethlehem shepherds – they had no expectations of excitement. These are sheep they’re watching. We count sheep to go to…
He Will Lead You Home
Listen to Today’s Devotion After worshipping Christ the child, the wise men “departed for their own country another way” (Matthew 2:12 NKJV). Matthew uses the word “way” in other places to suggest a direction of…