Heavenly Praise
In "Heavenly Praise," Herman Hoeksema reflects on the significance of the angelic announcement of Christ's birth to the shepherds in Bethlehem, as recorded in Luke 2:14. He emphasizes that this event marks the fulfillment of God's promises and the ultimate victory over sin and Satan, bringing a profound peace that transcends worldly understanding. Hoeksema contrasts the true peace offered by Christ, which comes through reconciliation with God, with the false peace sought by the world, ultimately affirming the hope and comfort found in the gospel message of salvation.
Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace, good will toward men. Luke 2:14 Night in the fields of Ephrata! And what a night this, when in the fullness of time the shepherds were keeping watch over their flock! A night full of voices pouring their still speech into the hearts of the meditating shepherds, wonderful, mysterious, creating a hush of expectancy . . . . Above shone the stars, with playful twinkle, pouring their silent testimony into the deep darkness. Orion, bound by flaming...
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