A child is born this day in Bethlehem
From the King James translation:
John 1:1-5
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. The same was in the beginning with God. All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made. In him was life; and the life was the light of men. And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not.Luke 2:4-11
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.
John 14:6
Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.
John 19:16-17,30
Then delivered he him therefore unto them to be crucified. And they took Jesus, and led him away. And he bearing his cross went forth into a place called the place of a skull, which is called in the Hebrew Golgotha:
When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, It is finished: and he bowed his head, and gave up the ghost.
Matthew 28:5-6(a)
And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified. He is not here: for he is risen, as he said.
Despite what we may think at times from the current events that swirl around us, there is much to be thankful for at this time of the year. Although we write about things political and cultural, never mistake, it is from our faith that we drives us. Yes, and indeed, a babe was born two thousand years ago for a purpose - that we might have life and that life, eternal. While we write about the here and now, it is for the future that we look to when our bones and flesh grow weary and it is time to lay down life itself. For we are assured that His promise holds ever true "I am the way, the truth, and the life" and through that belief we will see the Father.
From a baby, life for us all; a promise fulfilled.
From all of us here at the 'Grok, we wish all of you a very Merry Christmas; shut off the screen, put the mouse and keyboard away, and shutdown the computer (it won't hurt THAT much!). Spend this time with your family and friends. Trust us - when it is all done and over with, that's what it is all about.
