The Savior is born
This journal article by James Slopsema provides a devotional exposition of Luke 2:11 and the nativity account, emphasizing the theological significance of Christ's birth as the Son of God incarnate for the salvation of sinners. The piece examines the angel's announcement to the shepherds and begins to unpack the identity and work of Jesus as Savior, making it suitable for those seeking pastoral, Christ-centered reflections on the incarnation.
For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:11 The details of Jesus' birth in Luke's gospel are scanty. In response to the decree of Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed, Mary and Joseph made their way to Bethlehem. The Jewish custom was to pay these taxes in the city from which one's family originated. Since Joseph and Mary were of the house of David, they went to Bethlehem, the city of David. Finding no room in the inn of...
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