“On the eighth day, when it was time to circumcise the child, he was named Jesus, the name the angel had given him before he was conceived.” Luke 2:21
God, the great I AM,
And they named Him Jesus. Time passes, things change, but You do not. Great is Thy faithfulness (Lamentations 3:23), Your love is from everlasting to everlasting to those who fear You (Psalm 103:17). Hallelujah!
We know all this because You proved Your self faithful. You kept Your Word and sent Your Son and they called Him Jesus. You, knew we would be sinful and sent the solution, at great cost to Yourself. And you called Him Jesus. Deliverer, rescuer. Accept these praises from a grateful heart.
All those Old Testament prophesies of a Messiah, a Saviour – all fulfilled in Jesus. His early life took Him from Bethlehem to Egypt, Egypt to Nazareth to Jerusalem. Just as You led the children of Israel out of Egypt to the promised land. Jesus was led out of Egypt and leads us to You. And freedom from slavery to sin.
Help us to keep faith simple. To live one step at a time in Jesus. To find all the comfort and power He brings and the entrance to Your throne room, Your mercy and righteousness.
In Jesus name we pray, Amen.
God of the suddenly,
For our family, friends, neighbours, and those we promised to pray for.
For our Christian family. Christmas services and meals planned.
For our king and His family and all those in authority (1 Timothy 2:2).
For our Government to make wise decisions for good not just profit.
For Ukraine and Russia. A miraculous end to war.
For Sudan freedom from dictatorship of any kind. Middle East peace.
For Your church around the world to hear and know Your guidance and correction.
For Your compassion on those caught up in natural disasters.
For us to use Your name with respect and involve You in everything we do and say and are.
In Jesus name we pray, Amen.
Worship Monday 30th December 2024
Jesus, what a wonderful name. I love both of these . . .
Jesus, name above all names
Beautiful Savior, glorious Lord.
Emmanuel, God is with us.
Blessed Redeemer, Living word.
Jesus what a beautiful name
Son of God Son of Man
Lamb that was slain
Joy and peace strength and hope
Grace that blows all fear away
Jesus what a beautiful name
Jesus what a beautiful name
Truth revealed my future sealed
Healed my pain
Love and freedom life and warmth
Grace that blows all fear away
Jesus what a beautiful name
Jesus what a beautiful name
Rescued my soul my stronghold
Lifts me from shame
Forgiveness security power and love
Grace that blows all fear away
Jesus what a beautiful name
Lyrics: Tanya Riches