Prayer Journal

Wednesday, December 24, 2003

Today is the day we call Christmas eve. From this day through the end of tomorrow, most will spend a special time with their family During that time, it's not unusual for a family member to read the first two chapters of the gospel of Luke to the others gathered around a decorated tree. No other gospel spends as much time devoted to the series of events surrounding the +birth of our Lord. Such tradition reminds us that we should celebrate with joy the birth of Jesus.

We don't know a lot about Theophilus except he is a convert and the inspiration behind Luke's writing. However, Luke thought enough about him to give him one of the greatest Christmas gifts ever given: a book detailing the complete and chronological events leading up to the birth of the Savior.

Think about this: were it not for Luke's letter to Theophilus, we might not be able to substantiate certain Old Testament messianic prophecies that were fulfilled in Jesus of Nazareth. While Luke intended his letter to only edify one man, it has instead accomplished the same thing and more for millions of people.

What are you telling your loved ones so they will know the certainty of the things they have been taught in Scripture? Luke wrote a simple letter that ultimately became a component of the greatest book ever written. You might be thinking, "Luke was a disciple, who walked with the Lord and an experienced author. That's doesn't describe me - I'm nobody! If that's what you think, I have news for you.

Luke wasn't a Jew but instead was a Gentile. He wasn't an apostle, but a physician who traveled with Paul in his later missionary journeys. He didn't walk with the apostles when Jesus walked the earth, but was someone who needed to be told by a missionary who Jesus was. Luke was a nobody until Jesus made him a somebody.

Now that you know there's no difference between you and Luke except desire, what's your excuse for not telling others about Jesus?

Just Thinkin'... WebServant

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* The sick
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