“Phew, I don’t have to let this cartoon bother me; I haven’t commercialized Christmas one bit! I just want to find each family member a little gift that makes them smile and maybe matching pajamas for a great family picture; just one more store….”
Behold, the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost. And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name Jesus: for he shall save his people from their sins.
Matthew 1:20-21
“Sure, but I still want the family to have a nice dinner together and everybody to get along! No unpleasantness and lots of laughter! Now, who should sit next to whom this year?”
And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God. And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name Jesus. He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Highest: and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of his father David:
Luke 1:30-32
“Can I at least shoot for a magical Christmas Morning for the children?”
And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.
Luke 2:7
“I still hope she likes what I put in her stocking!”
And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord.
Luke 2:11
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