this Christmas - days 17-25

25. Gifts from the Magi to Jesus (three gift boxes)
Matthew 2.11
'On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold and of incense and of myrrh.'

24. Star that the Magi followed (star)
Matthew 2.9-10
'After the Magi had heard the king, they went on their way, and the star they had seen in the east  went ahead of them until it stopped over the place where the child was. When they saw the star, they were overjoyed.'

23. Jesus is King of Kings (crown, rhinestones, jewels, throne or purple cloth)
Matthew 2.1-2
'..Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, 'Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to worship him''

22. The wisdom and knowledge of the Magi (small book or scroll)
Matthew 2.1
'After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem.'

21.Revelation of Jesus as Christ the Savior to Simeon and to all people (googly eyes or Mr. Potato Head eyes)
Luke 2.25-32
'Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him. It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord's Christ. Moved by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. When the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for him what the custom of the Law required, Simeon took him in his arms and praised God saying:
'Sovereign Lord, as you have promised,
you now dismiss your servant in peace.
For my eyes have seen your salvation, 
which you have prepared in sight of all people,
a light for revelation to the Gentiles
and for glory to your people Israel.''

20. Sacrifice of doves by Joseph and Mary, Holy Spirit like a dove at his baptism later in life (two doves or feathers)
Luke 2.22-24
'When the time of their purification according to the Law of Moses had been completed, Joseph and Mary took Jesus to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord (as it is written in the Law of the Lord, 'Every firstborn male is to be consecrated to the Lord'), and to offer a sacrifice in Keeping with what is said in the Law of the Lord: 'a pair of doves or two young pigeons.''
Luke 3.21-22
'When all the people were being baptized, Jesus was baptized too. And as he was praying, heaven was opened and the Holy Spirit descended on him in bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from heaven: 'You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased.''

19. The name Jesus (is the Greek form of Joshua, which means 'The Lors Saves')
Luke 2.21
'On the eight day, when it was time to circumcise him, he was named Jesus, the name the angel had given him before he had been conceived.'

18. The emotions of Mary as Jesus's earthly mother (heart)
Luke 2.19-20, 33.35
'But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart. The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just as they had been told.'
'..The child's father and mother marveled at what was said about Jesus. Then Simeon blessed them and said to Mary, his mother: 'This child is destined to cause the falling and rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed. And a sword will pierce your own soul too.''

17.  Kneeling on the ground - our right response to Jesus as God

Psalm 95.6

'Come, let us bow down in worship,

let us kneel before the Lord our Maker;

for he is our God

and we are the people of his pasture,

the flock under his care.'

love,
me

INVITATION - Christmas Carols Concert

Would you like to listen to some good music? How about some great Christmas carols?

When? Friday, December 21st, 6 pm

Where? Romania Pro Culture Concert Hall, Aleea Lacul Morii nr.3, near Crangasi

Hope to see you! I'll be there!

Happy real Christmas!

p.s. Don't forget to celebrate the Real Meaning of Christmas!

Ai vrea sa asculti ceva muzica buna? Ce spui de ceva muzica buna de Craciun?

Cand? Vineri, 21 decembrie, 6 pm

Unde?  Sala de Concerte a Fundatiei Romania Pro Culture, Aleea Lacul Morii nr.3, zona Pod Ciurel, Crangasi

Sper sa ne vedem! Eu voi fi acolo!

p.s. Nu uita sa sarbatoresti Adevarata Semnificatie a Craciunului!

love,

me

this Christmas - day 16

16. Spreading the word and carrying the message to others (bells)

Luke 2.15-18

'When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherd said to one another, 'Let us go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.' So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them.'

spread the word: 'The Child was born and He lives!'

love,

me

this Christmas - day 15

15. Multitude of angels (many gold 'halos')

Luke 2.13-14

'Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with an angel, praising God and saying, 'Glory to God in the highest; and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rest.''

 

 

love,

me

this Christmas - day 14

14. Manger (pieces of straw, hay or dead grass)

Luke 2.12

'This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger'

love,

me

this Christmas - day 13

13. Sheep and shepherds (wool or shepherd's staff)

Luke 2.8-11

'And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, ''Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord.''

love,

me

this Christmas - day 12

12. Jesus is the Prince of Peace

Isaiah 9.6

'For us a child is born,

to us a son is given,

and the government will be on his shoulders.

And He will be called

Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,

Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.'

love,

me

this Christmas - day 11

11. Swaddling blanket (piece of soft cloth)

Luke 2.7

'..Mary wrapped Jesus in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.'

love,

me

this Christmas - day 10

10. Baby Jesus (baby)

Luke 2.6-7

'While they were in Bethlehem, the time came for the baby to be born, and Mary gave birth to her firstborn, a son..'

love,

me 

this Christmas - day 9

9. Lion - house oh Judah; Purple - royality (Lion or purple cloth)

Micah 5.2

'But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah,

though you are small among the clans of Judah,

out of you will come for me

one who will be ruler over Israel,

whose origins are from of old,

from ancient times.''

love,

me

this Christmas - day 8

8. Journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem (donkey or horse)

Luke 2.5

'Joseph went to Bethlehem to register with Mary, who was pleaded to be married to him and was expecting a child.'

love,

me

this Christmas - day 7

7. House and line/chain of David, Jesus' genealogy (Star of David, house or chain)

Luke 2.4

'So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judeea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to house and line of David.'

love,

me

this Christmas - day 6

6. Jesus bridged the gap between Heaven/God and earth/humanity (bridge or string)

Matthew 1.22-23

'All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet: 'The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel' - which means, 'God with us.''

Isaiah 7.14

'Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel.'

love,

me

this Christmas - day 5

5. Salvation through Jesus' sacrifice (Cross)

Matthew 1.21

'Mary will give birth to a son, and you are to give Him the name Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins.'

love,

me

this Christmas - day 4

4. Angel (white satin or organza or Guardian Angel pin)

Matthew 1.20

'..an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream and said, 'Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit.''

                                            

Because there was someone who obeyed God's command and did what he had to do we have a Savior, son of Mary and adopted by Joseph :D

love,

me

this Christmas - day 3

3. Mary's Song (sheet music or music notes)

Luke 1.46-55

'And Mary said:

'My soul glorifies the Lord

and my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour,

for he has been mindful

of the humble state of his servant.

From now on all the generations will call me blessed,

for the Mighty One has done great things for me - holy is his name.

His mercy extends to those who fear him,

from generation to generation.

He has performed mighty deeds with his arm;

he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts.

He has brought down rulers from their thrones

but has lifted up the humble.

He has filled the hungry with good things

but has sent the rich away empty.

He has helped his servant Israel,

remembering to be merciful

to Abraham and his descendants forever,

even as he said to our fathers.''

did you know that HOPE was born that night?

love,

me

this Christmas - day 2

2. Engagement (two golden rings)

Matthew 1.18
'This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit.'


what is Christmas for you? what do you really celebrate on Christmas day? please, don't forget about the Reason why we celebrate Christmas: Christ was born that night. for you and for me. so .. how can u stay away of this Love?

love,

me

a glimpse of this wonderful autumn

thank you, Lord for all the blessings You pour unto me. it's just amazing how You make things work  together for our good.

'And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.' Romans 8.28

And this is one of the greatest things!

love,

me

this Christmas - day 1

1. Angel Gabriel (angel wings)

Luke 1.26-28, 31

'In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin's name was Mary. The angel went to her and said 'Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you..You will be with child and give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name of Jesus.''

hellow yellow,

Christmas is coming so i thought i (will) can try to post something everyday in December. hope i will make it and post everyday even thou i can hardly find a moment to write. anyways, that's not important but the fact that God gave everything for us and came on the Earth to live and die to save us. It is said that Christmas is the time when we become better persons and when we think about our fellows and so on.. so .. God gave everything.. what is your offering for Him?

love,

me