Would You Like a Touch from Heaven? | Advent Day 25
Daily Scripture Reading: Luke 2:13-14
The early church used these words to create a doxology, a short hymn of praise to God, the words “Glory to God in the highest,” known as the “Greater Doxology.” This hymn begins with the words the angels sang when the birth of Christ was announced to the shepherds. God reaches from Heaven to earth, offering a special touch to all who open their hearts to receive.
Belinda and I were missionaries in Africa, where I oversaw the continental Evangelism Explosion (EE) ministry. In Tanzania, we held a Kids EE training.
Elise, the lead teacher, walked away from the training location to pray alone during one of our breaks, “Lord, I just need a touch from You.” Suddenly, she felt the touch of the Lord through a young boy who gently held her hand. Elise opened her eyes, and the young boy asked, “I walk with you, yes?” Elise smiled. As they walked along the dusty trail, holding hands, Elise felt more than a human hand in hers; she felt the Lord’s presence. He had answered her prayer!
Today, the Scripture is Luke 2:13-14. As you thank and praise God for His perfect gift, may you celebrate the birth of Jesus, the One who came to be the Messiah, your Savior. The Heavenly Host, an army of angels, announced peace—real peace on earth. God, not man, is the One who brings peace. Peace between God and man.
Prayer
May today be that special Christmas I receive “a touch from Heaven.” In Jesus’ name. Amen.