THE BIRTH OF JESUS CHRIST THE SAVIOUR
First Reading: Isaiah 9:1-7
Second Reading: Titus 2:11-14
Gospel Reading: Luke 2: 1-14
*First reading is from the book of Prophet Isaiah. Isaiah speaks about the messianic hope of a saviour who will rescue the people of God from their bondage. He prophecies that this child will be a wonderful counselor, mighty God, everlasting Father and prince of peace. This hope of the Prophet finds its fulfilment at the birth of Jesus the Lord and Saviour.
*Second reading is from St. Paul's letter to Titus. Paul reminds Titus and us that Christ has been revealed as God's living and loving grace and salvation of humankind. He encourages us to live sober and righteous lives because God in Christ has brought about salvation for us.
Silent night, Holy night......A Saviour is born. Today's Gospel reading is from St. Luke. It gives us a beautiful and touching description about the birth of our Lord Jesus on that holy night at Bethlehem. It is the story of beautiful Angels, shepherds taking care of their flocks , mother Mary and child Jesus in the manger. The Christmas story unlike other stories is based on a historical event: the birth of Jesus in space and time. God's unending love for humankind is deeply and personally expressed in the birth of Jesus. His love is inviting all of us to the manger. The shepherds responded to the invitation at the first Christmas night. When Jesus was born in the manger the humble Shepherds were able to meet Him and receive His blessings. The child Jesus in the manger is inviting every one of us. The Angels sang :"Glory tp God in the highest! Peace to men of goodwill".
Merry Christmas!
May the Divine Child Bless You.
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