With Christmas and Jesus Quotes
This is the twelfth article which expresses the author’s wish and prayers for 2023. It is the month of December, the Christmas season. It is the time of the year when people all over the world celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. It is the time of fulfillment of God’s promise to redeem us from sin by sending His son, Jesus, as the savior of the world. And for this reason, Christmas marks the new beginning for humanity.
Merry Christmas to everyone. May the good news about the birth of Jesus Christ remain in your hearts and minds always. And don’t stop praying because God wants to love you always.
The Author’s Wish and Greeting for the Year, 2023
A Prayer from the Old Testament, NIVUK Translation: Numbers 6:24-26
Bible Verses: “The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face towards you and give you peace.” (NIVUK 2011)
A Prayer from the Old Testament, KJV Translation: Numbers 6:24-26
Bible Verses: “The LORD bless thee, and keep thee: The LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee: The LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace.” (KJV)
A Prayer from the New Testament, NIVUK Translation: Luke 2:14
Bible Verse: “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favour rests.” (NIVUK 2011)
QUOTES: About Jesus, Christmas, Prayer and Love
“What is Christmas? It is tenderness for the past, courage for the present, hope for the future. It is a fervent wish that every cup may overflow with blessings rich and eternal, and that every path may lead to peace.” – Agnes M. Pharo
“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 Saviour has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.” – Angel in Luke’s Gospel Story
“I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.” – Charles Dickens
“Shine, Jesus, shine. Fill this land with the Father's glory. Blaze, Spirit, blaze. Set our hearts on fire. Flow, river, flow. Flood the nations with grace and mercy. Send forth your word. Lord, and let there be light.” – Graham Kendrick
“The only blind person at Christmastime is he who has not Christmas in his heart.” – Helen Keller
“Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.” – Jesus in Mark's Gospel
“When you invite the Holy Spirit into your prayer life you will immediately have access to unlimited power, equipping you to know what others cannot know, to say what others cannot say, and to do what others cannot do. These three things are accomplished through the gifts of the Holy Spirit which are available to every believer. There is no greater weapon in this world than praying in the Spirit.” – John Hagee
“God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him.” – John the Presbyter of 1 John
“Helping people—being a blessing and adding value to other people’s lives—is what it means to walk in love and follow the example of Jesus.” – Joyce Meyers
“Don’t miss love. It’s an incredible gift. I love to think that on the day you’re born, you’re given the world as your birthday present. It frightens me that so few people ever bother to open up the ribbon! Rip it open! Tear off the top! It’s just full of love and magic and life and joy and wonder and pain and tears. All of the things that are your gifts for being human.” – Leo Buscaglia
“I’m flower girl and I bloom for Jesus.” – Little Angel Gabby
“Prayer is not an old woman’s idle amusement. Properly understood and applied, it is the most potent instrument of action.” – Mahatma Gandhi
“Our prayers may be awkward. Our attempts may be feeble. But since the power of prayer is in the one who hears it and not in the one who says it, our prayers do make a difference.” – Max Lucado
“Christmas has come to mean something far greater to me: It’s not just a day for family time or opening presents; it is a day to celebrate the true miracle of a child being born to humble conditions in the small village of Bethlehem, over 2,000 years ago.” – Mike Pompeo
“O God our Father, thou searcher of men’s heart, help us to draw near to the sincerity and truth. May our religion be filled with gladness, and may our worship of thee be natural.” – Mike Pompeo
“But thou, Bethlehem Ephratah, though thou be little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of thee shall he come forth unto me that is to be ruler in Israel; whose goings forth have been from of old, from everlasting.” – Prophet Micah of the Book of Micah
“For me, the life of Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace, whose birth we celebrate today, is an inspiration and an anchor in my life. A role model of reconciliation and forgiveness, He stretched out His hands in love, acceptance, and healing. Christ’s example has taught me to seek to respect and value all people, of whatever faith or none.” – Queen Elizabeth II
“Come, Holy Spirit, Creator blest, and in our souls take up Thy rest; come with Thy grace and heavenly aid to fill the hearts which Thou hast made.” – Rabanus Maurus
“For me, there are a lot of things I celebrate, but it starts with the birth of Christ. That’s the reason for the season.” – Steve Scalise
“Mental prayer… means taking time frequently to be alone with Him who we know loves us. The important thing is not to think much but to love much and so do that which best stirs you to love.” – St. Teresa of Avila
“Christmas is a season for kindling the fire for hospitality in the hall, the genial flame of charity in the heart.” – Washington Irving
Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year to Everyone!
