Positive Minute Daily Devotional: A Miracle in Bethlehem

View this email in your browser A Miracle in Bethlehem December 23, 2023 “So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child.” Luke 2:4,5 The image of parents-to-be Mary and Joseph traveling to Bethlehem for the birth of Jesus is thought provoking. It would have taken between four and seven days to travel from Nazareth to Bethlehem. The nights are cold in Bethlehem, so you can imagine the strain this puts on a very pregnant Mary and Joseph. It was a harrowing journey... Read More Christmas Hope This Week's Episode In this special Hour of Power Christmas Eve service, Pastor Bobby encourages us from the Christmas story and reminds us that God has a great plan for each of us and that we don’t have to be wrapped up in the shame of our past, with his message, “Christmas Hope.” Then we enjoy an array of special music by the Voices of Hope Children's Choir, the Hour of Power Choir + Orchestra, and soloists Arnold Geis + Erin Alford.Arnold is a full-time singer, performing internationally and locally as a session singer and studio musician for live events, television, and film. Today, he performs “Angels from the Realms of Glory," along with the Hour of Power Choir and Orchestra. Erin is a full-time mezzo-soprano singer, performing with LA Opera Connects, the LA Opera Chorus, and the LA Virtuosi Orchestra. Today, she joins the choir on “O Holy Night," accompanied by Dr. Marc Riley and the orchestra. Then Voices of Hope, directed by Sarah Grandpre, sings “Walking in the Air." In addition, the Hour of Power Choir, under the direction of Dr. Irene Messoloras, performs "Silent Night," Hark! The Herald Angels Sing," "Carol of the Bells," and “O Come, All Ye Faithful." We hope you'll join us!  WATCH NOW Jesus is JOY!  This Week's Offer Becoming a joyful person every day is easier than you think. As a matter of fact, it’s right at your fingertips when you spend time in the Word! Maybe you’ve encountered difficulties or trials in life, but God can restore your happiness! He offers true contentment that is abiding and unconditional. Joy is a fruit of the Spirit, and it’s one of the ways we show others that we are genuinely connected to the Lord’s heart. To help you along in your joyful journey of connecting with God daily, we’re excited to introduce our brand new 2024 devotional: Unspeakable Joy: Daily Promises for Living in God’s Contentment. For your gift of $30 or more, we’ll send you this devotional featuring 365 powerfully inspirational thoughts, amplified by scripture verses, prayers, and questions for reflection. Our prayer is that this book provides a simple way to receive the power of the Lord’s wisdom each day. For your gift of $100 or more, we'll send you fourUnspeakable Joy devotionals.Give a gift that’s life changing! These devotionals make wonderful gifts for your loved ones during the holidays and all year long. They are perfectly sized to be carried in a purse, backpack, or kept at your nightstand. Be sure to request yours today!  DONATE NOW "And the Glory of the Lord" Be blessed by the timeless beauty of Handel's Messiah  We're blessed to enjoy such glorious music with you on Hour of Power each week. From the stirring worship of today to the hymns of old to sacred choral classics, the Holy Spirit continues to move through the praises of His people. And on this Saturday, which finds us just two days away from Christmas, we hope you'll be blessed by this beautiful rendition of "And the Glory of the Lord" from Handel's most famous work, the Messiah. Masterfully performed by our Hour of Power Choir and Orchestra, may the Lord lift your spirit as you worship. For more wonderful songs like this, be sure to check out Hour of Power Music on YouTube!  Thank you for standing with us in 2023; we're honored to be on this journey of discipleship with you, and we're blessed that you're part of our Hour of Power family. Merry Christmas to you and yours — God loves you and so do we!  PARTNER WITH HOUR OF POWER Copyright © 2023 *Hour of Power* All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Hour of Power PO Box 100 Garden Grove, CA 92842 Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.