- 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.
- 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.
- And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.
- For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.
- Glory to God in the highest,
and on earth peace, good will 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.
Bible verse of the day
A fool despiseth his father's instruction:but he that regardeth reproof is prudent.