Daily Devotion for December 6, 2006 from Lutheran Church Charities

Daily Devotion Lutheran Church Charities December 6, 2006 The Kingdom of God Breaks Forth That you may know the truth Many have undertaken to draw up an account of the things that have been fulfilled among us, just as they were handed down to us by those who from the first were eyewitnesses and servants of the word. Therefore, since I myself have carefully investigated everything from the beginning, it seemed good also to me to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus, so that you may know the certainty of the things you have been taught. Luke 1:1-4 What would you give to know the fullness of truth? Jesus Christ is “the way, the truth, and the life." Luke's introduction to the gospel is unique among the four gospels. Luke speaks in the first person. He addresses his friend, Theophilus, a name which means "beloved of God". In so many words he says, "I am writing to you the most incredible story humankind has known." And this story is utterly believable because it comes from reliable firsthand witnesses of those who knew Jesus Christ personally, heard his teaching, and saw his miracles, death, resurrection, and ascension to the right hand of the Father in heaven. The word "gospel" literally means "good news". The gospel is the good news of Jesus Christ and the freedom he has won for us through his death and resurrection. The gospel is God's word for us today! It is a living word that has power to change, transform, and bring freedom and healing to those who accept it as the Word of God. The Good News of the Gospel is that in Jesus Christ and his birth we have the ushering in of The Kingdom of God. Are you hungry for God's word? And do you receive it with expectant faith and trust? Prayer Lord Jesus, you are the fulfillment of all our hopes and desires. Your Spirit brings us grace, truth, life, and freedom. Fill me with the joy of the gospel and inflame my heart with love and zeal for you and for your kingdom. Help me to share that with all who you put into my path today. The above devotions are written by Tim Hetzner, President of Lutheran Church Charities and author of Word Among Us Bible Studies. For permission to use these devotions please email Tim at his address below. Did someone send you this Devotion? Would you like to receive future ones directly? Then sign up using the "Join Our Mailing List" form in the right side bar . . .or Click Here Tim Hetzner - President Lutheran Church Charities 333 W. Lake Street Addison, Illinois 60101 (866) 455-6466 At the end of the day. . . Making A Difference In People's Lives and In God's Kingdom Quick Links... Update Profile / Update Email Address Devotion Archive This Week's "Making A Difference" Newsletter More About Us and What We Do Word Among Us Want to learn more about the Bible? Take one of our internet or local Bible Studies exploring the Mind, Method, Manner and Ministry of Jesus. Taught by Tim Hetzner. Class sites are across the USA. Click Here for more information. Join our mailing list! Update Profile/Email Address Tim Hetzner devotion@lutheranchurchcharities.org Office Phone: 866-455-6466 (Toll Free) Website: http://LCC.LutheranChurchCharities.org WAIT! Don't UnSubscribe! -Click Here to UnSelect "Daily Devotions" from your Interest Categories, and Stay on Other Lists from LCC

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