Ed Young Devotionals

Luke 2:7 and Revelation 3:20 encourage us to embrace the true spirit of Christmas by making room in our hearts for Jesus amidst our busy lives, just as the innkeeper had the opportunity on the first Christmas, reminding us to pause, appreciate, and respond to His presence in our daily lives.

Luke 2:8-9 demonstrates God's choice to entrust the great news of Jesus' birth to humble shepherds, highlighting their genuine and enthusiastic response as they become messengers of this extraordinary event, inspiring us to embrace and share the gospel with the same unfiltered joy and humility.

Luke 2:8-9 highlights the extraordinary event of Jesus' birth amidst an ordinary setting with common shepherds, reminding us that God often works through the humble and ordinary aspects of our lives to bring about His extraordinary purposes.

Luke 1:26-31 reflects on Gabriel's unexpected mission to Mary, emphasizing that God often works in unexpected ways and through ordinary people, encouraging us to trust in His plans and seek His guidance for the seemingly impossible aspects of our lives.

Revelation 3:20 highlights the importance of embracing the Advent season as a time of waiting and preparing for Jesus' presence, reminding us to slow down and cherish these moments, transforming waiting into a meaningful, spiritual preparation.

Matthew 1:18-20 tells us about Joseph's struggle and ultimate obedience in accepting Mary as his wife, showing that following God's plan may involve personal challenges and societal judgment, yet it leads to fulfilling His greater purpose.

Luke 1:26-29 reflects on Mary's unexpected calling to be the mother of Jesus, illustrating how embracing God's unforeseen plans with faith, as she did, can guide us to trust in His larger narrative for our lives amidst our own uncertainties and fears.

John 3:16 and Galatians 4:4-5 underscore the pivotal event of Jesus, God's Son, becoming human to take on the punishment for our sins, exemplifying the perfect sacrifice only he could offer, inviting us to accept his gift of salvation and eternal life through faith and surrender.

John 1:14 highlights the profound mystery of God becoming human in Jesus, demonstrating divine love and humility by choosing to dwell among us and embark on a journey from a humble manger to the cross, reminding us to live with an awareness of "God with us" in all aspects of our lives.

In Luke 2:7, the humble circumstances of Jesus' birth amidst a busy and crowded world remind us to slow down during the festive season, make room for Jesus in our hearts and minds, and truly focus on the significance of His birth and presence in our lives.

In Luke 1:18, Zechariah's initial disbelief and subsequent silence reflect the transformation from skepticism to faith, teaching us the importance of embracing quiet moments to listen and let hope in God's promises rise within our hearts.

Ecclesiastes 6 teaches that true contentment doesn't come from relentless pursuit of more, but from appreciating and enjoying what we already have, highlighting the importance of focusing on the richness of relationships and experiences over material possessions, especially as we place Jesus at the center of our lives.