| 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. | Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and lineage of David, to be registered with Mary, his betrothed wife, who was with child. |
| 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. | So it was, that while they were there, the days were completed for her to be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling 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. | Then the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people.” |
| For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. | For there is born to you this day in the city of David 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, goodwill toward men! |
| And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them. | Then the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told them. |
Bible verse of the day
Out of the depths have I cried unto thee, O Lord.Lord, hear my voice:
let thine ears be attentive
to the voice of my supplications.