In my little Sunday school class yesterday we learned about the angel coming to tell Mary and Joseph the "good news".
I have never realized that in Matthew it tells of an angel of the Lord coming to Joseph in his dream, but no mention of the angel that came to Mary. Then in Luke it tells us God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, to tell Mary the good news, but no mention of the angel that came to Joseph. I have read these passages all my life and I don't think I ever noticed this. I just love how God's Word weaves together the coming of the Messiah. One other thing I came upon is that I have always imagined Gabriel to be a boy. Then in looking up some history in my study, there are pictures that portray Gabriel as a female. hugh? I asked Greg about it and he says he doesn't think that angels are male or female, they are just angels. - Isn't it funny how we just get something in our head and think that's how it is. ( I still have my opinion) I do know that the sight of an angel had to be powerful, because more times than not they always say, "do not be afraid". I love this time of year - I love the Nativity story, the excitement of knowing that the whole Old Testament is leading up to this wonderful day, of a Savior is coming! How amazing that God sent His angel to a young girl, who was found to be favored by God, and in return, she said,"I am the Lord's servant". My prayer is that I will focus on giving thanks to God for sending His one and only Son. Peace....I pray for peace in my mind, my soul, and in my heart. Col. 3:15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts....
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