| And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:) To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child. | Now Joseph also went up from Galilee, from the city of Nazareth, to Judea, to the city of David which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and family of David, in order to register along with Mary, who was betrothed to him, and was pregnant. |
| And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. 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. | While they were there, the time came for her to give birth. And she gave birth to her firstborn son; and she wrapped Him in cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. |
| And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. | And so the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people.” |
| For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. | For today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. |
| Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men. | Glory to God in the highest, And on earth peace among people with whom He is pleased. |
| And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them. | And the shepherds went back, glorifying and praising God for all that they had heard and seen, just as had been told them. |
Bible verse of the day
Defend the poor and fatherless:do justice to the afflicted and needy.