Daily Readings (Page 224)

The shepherds went and told others concerning the Christ-child. What can you do during this Season of Advent so that other may know Jesus as well?

The shepherds’ encounter with the angels was both terrifying and exciting. How do you respond to verses 9 and 14?

When and where was Jesus born? What makes Christmas so special despite His seemingly ordinary birth? How is it special to you as well?

Joseph was a righteous man who sought to “save” Mary from public shame. Why were her circumstances scandalous? What was God about to do through her to save humanity from her sin and shame?

What warning must we announce?  What hope must we also proclaim?

What hope has God promised to the world?  Why is it that many people do not have this promised hope?  What can you do?

What are the things that give people “hope” today? What hope has God offered in this passage?  How different are they?

What is the one word that best describes this passage?  Is this a present reality?  How is this reality possible in the future (v9)?

What has God promised?  Why is His promise very good?  

What is the overall outlook and tone of this passage? What do you find in it which encourages you?