March 2017

March 3, 2017

Meeting Jesus: March 3 Magi

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Read Matthew 2:1–12 The king’s star has risen over Israel; we must welcome him! We gathered precious metals and expensive spices, to curry the new monarch’s favor. Arriving in the capital, we proceeded to the palace. Where else would their ruler be? Herod welcomed us with acclaim, but to our surprise, replied with ignorance concerning… Read more »

March 2, 2017

Meeting Jesus: March 2 Shepherds

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Read Luke 2:8–20 We were grazing our flocks outside Jerusalem tonight when an angel appeared. I can’t really describe it—the air got heavier. The atmosphere pulsed, and it felt so bright that I couldn’t see, even in the middle of the night. We were all terrified. Now, remember, we’re shepherds. People rarely pay attention to… Read more »

March 1, 2017

Meeting Jesus: March 1 Mary

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Ash Wednesday Read Luke 1:26–38 I was minding my own business. Then, out of nowhere, an angel appeared, telling me in nine months Joseph and I will have an addition to our family. I’ve “found favor with God,” and this child will be an everlasting king. The angel, Gabriel, even called him the “son of… Read more »

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