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Merry Christmas! The Story Of The Greatest Gift Of All
December 25, 2010
It’s the greatest story we have ever reported here on NorthEscambia.com, and it is the greatest story that we will ever report. It’s a story that happened over 2,000 years ago today, but it is also a story that impacts each of our lives each and every day here in North Escambia.
Our lead story today is one that was first delivered by an angelic choir. It was the news that changed the world…a Savior had been born in a little town called Bethlehem. It was a humble scene. A little baby wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
It was the world’s first ever Christmas gift on that very first Christmas morning, the gift of a Savior so that we might all have eternal life.
It’s good news for all of us on this Christmas. Good news that Emmanuel, the Lord Jesus, was born. It’s story that was reported by Luke in the New Testament. It’s reprinted below for you to read, and for you to share the Good News with someone you care about this Christmas.
From our NorthEscambia.com family to you and yours, Merry Christmas!
- And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed.
- (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)
- And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.
- And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:)
- To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.
- And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.
- And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.
- And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.
- And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.
- And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.
- For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.
- And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
- And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,
- Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
- And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us.
- And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.
- And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.
- And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds.
- But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.
- And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them.
Comments
27 Responses to “Merry Christmas! The Story Of The Greatest Gift Of All”
Merry Christmas, and thanks for sharing this William.
God bless you. So good to see the true meaning of Christmas on your website. thanks so much
William, I am reading this with goose bumps on my arms,,not because of the story ( which is the best story of all) but because it is so wonderful to see it on northescambia.com for all the area to read and share. Thank you !!
Thanks for sharing the true meaning of Christmas!
Ditto to what was said before me. Another reason to like this news source. Blessings to you and your house in the new year!
Thanks William!! May God continue to bless you. Hope you had a wonderful Christmas. Thank you Jesus.
YES ITS ALL ABOUT JESUS! Thank you, if we dont stand up for our faith it will be taken away!!!!!
Happy birthday, Jesus.
Thanks William. This is what sets NorthEscambia news apart from all the other news. Merry Christmas and God Bless you and yours!
What a great tribute to our Lord of Lord’s, and Almighty God to share the truth and His good news for all. This is why I love your newspaper.
Thank you for posting the Christmas story, William!! Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Amen and Merry CHRISTmas!!
Thank you for publishing what is true and not what is politically correct. May God continue to bless you and your staff at NorthEscambia.com
Thank you William for sharing the story of our Saviour what a blessing this is.
thanks william,in the middle of turmoil and sadness, in my like you reminded me that Jesus still has all the answers,whether I see them or not! My white
Christmas involved 8 inches of snow! Merry
Christmas!
marry christmas jesus
Here is the correct link. Sorry about that first attempt. I must not have done something right. This is an awesome and worthy tribute to The King. It really lifts Him up. And it is written that if He is lifted up, He will draw all men unto Himself:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yzqTFNfeDnE
Be blessed
THANK YOU LORD FOR SENDING OUR SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST ! MERRY CHRISTMAS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you for acknowledging The King, no matter what day you do so. He is awesome.
Thank you for acknowledging The King, no matter what day you do so.
excellent, Thanks for sharing
Thanks William for the great story. Merry Christmas to all!
God’s blessings to all as we celebrate the birth of our LORD.
The TRUE meaning of CHRISTMAS, Let us all go and Worship the King!
Thank you William,and Merry Christmas to you and your family ,and your Staff.May it be blessed and filled with peace and joy.
Amen ! Merry Christmas
Excellent.
Thank you for sharing this with your readers. Jesus was indeed the greatest gift one could ever receive. Have a merry Christmas sir and I ask God to bless you greatly for printing this truth on the day that we honor our Savior’s birth.