The Great-Martyr Barbara (286-305); Our Venerable Father John of Damascus (749).
Nativity Fast.
2 Timothy 2:20-26; Luke 19:37-44.
Read Luke 19:37-44
Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory forever!
“I tell you, if these were silent, the very stones would cry out”
This is a good reminder for us that Jesus Christ is truly the Lord and King of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible, of all creation.
Furthermore, He is worthy of all praise on behalf of all of creation.
Psalm 148 is an example of the worthiness of God to be praised by the whole creation: “Praise the Lord from the heavens…all his angels…sun and moon…mountains and all hills…beasts and all cattle…kings of the earth and all peoples…let them praise the name of the Lord, for his name alone is exalted”.
Therefore, as we continue this journey on earth, let us not be hesitant, or lazy, or careless in giving praise to our Lord and King Jesus Christ.
On the contrary, we are encouraged to lead the rest of the creation and praise the King who comes in the name of the Lord.
In the meantime, we hope and pray that our worship and praise of the Lord and King will help us be found prepared for the eternal kingdom of love and truth.
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