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When Peace Breaks Out Bible in a Year: Habakkuk 1–3 Revelation 15 Peace those on whom his favor rests. Luke 2:14 Today's Scripture & Insight: Luke 2:8–20 On a cold Christmas Eve in Belgium in 1914, the sound of singing floated from the trenches where soldiers were dug in. Strains of the carol “Silent Night” rang out in German and then in English. Soldiers who earlier in the day had been shooting at each other laid down their weapons and emerged from their trenches to shake hands in the “no man’s land” between them, exchanging Christmas greetings and spontaneous gifts from their rations. The ceasefire continued through the next day as the soldiers talked and laughed and even organized soccer matches together. The Christmas Truce of 1914 that occurred along World War I’s Western Front offered a brief glimpse of the peace the angels proclaimed on the first Christmas long ago. An angel spoke to terrified shepherds with these reassuring words: “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you” (Luke 2:–). Then a multitude of angels appeared, “praising God and saying, ‘Glory God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace those on whom his favor rests’” (vv. 13–14). Jesus is the “Prince of Peace” who saves us from our sins (Isaiah 9:6). Through His sacrifice on the cross He offers forgiveness and peace with God all trust in Him. Reflect & Pray How have you experienced the peace Jesus provides? In what practical way can you share His peace with someone today? Prince of Peace, rule in my heart today. I praise You for Your perfect peace that this world can never take away! 
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This is not the first time today that I have heard the name, Prince of Peace. After my tumultuous day of emotions yesterday, it is a good reminder that not only is He the Prince of Peace for the world, but also for us individually and I should allow Him to be that in my life. Merry Christmas, Marbella. Be a prism, spreading God's light and love, not a mirror reflecting the world's hatred.
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12/24/2020 9:04 am |
Christmas Truce World War 1 Joyeax Noel (2005 film) u tub wonderful film trailer must see! Merry Christmas you two. Watch that trailer it is wonderful.
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The unofficial1914 Christmas eve ceasefire in Belgium seems so surreal. It shows what mankind is capable of in the midst of deadly warfare. What makes it so crazy is returning to the exchange of gunfire/artillery in the battlefields after the temporary suspension, in all probability killing some whose hands they shook/exchanged gifts with 24 hours earlier - I'm glad they were privileged enough to enjoy the respite to reflect and appreciate albeit it momentary. It's hardly surprising those caught up in the war zone suffer from post traumatic stress disorder. Amen Merry Christmas Marbella and Mrs Joe and thank you.
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12/24/2020 10:18 am |
This is not the first time today that I have heard the name, Prince of Peace. After my tumultuous day of emotions yesterday, it is a good reminder that not only is He the Prince of Peace for the world, but also for us individually and I should allow Him to be that in my life. Merry Christmas, Marbella. MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP U BLUE LIVES MATTER DEO VIN DICE
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Wishing all here a very happy and peaceful Christmas. God bless one and all.
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There was a lesson that needs to be utilized from that WWI ceasefire. Abracadabra 
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