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Glory to God; Peace to Men

Ronald Vanoverloop·2013-12-15
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This devotional article by Ronald Vanoverloop reflects on Luke 2:13-14 and the angels' song at Christ's incarnation, exploring how the birth of Jesus displays God's glory and perfections in an unparalleled manner. Vanoverloop calls readers to join the heavenly choir in praising God for the salvation accomplished through Christ, emphasizing worship as a response to God's revealed glory. The piece combines biblical exegesis with practical encouragement toward corporate worship and adoration.

"And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will to­ward men." Luke 2:13, 14 Familiar and most beautiful! A song sung by a choir that was much larger than the audience. It was one of the most marvelous revelations in this world's history. Heaven opened. The heavenly choir sang. A heavenly message was given and received. May we receive the message of this song. May we re­spond by...

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Author
Ronald Vanoverloop
Date

2013-12-15

Source
Standard Bearer
Scripture References
Luke
Luke 2:13Luke 2:9
Revelation
Revelation 4:11Revelation 5:13
Hebrews 1:3
Philippians
Philippians 3:8Philippians 4:4
Romans 15:33
Topics
ChristologyWorshipNew Testament
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