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2014 Worship Guide
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but also conveyed an eternal message,
even a sign, of hope, salvation, and
love. This “Sign” apparently was in the
“wrapping” of the Gift.
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But the angel said to them, “Do
not be afraid. I bring you good news
that will cause great joy for all the
people. 11 Today in the town of David
a Savior has been born to you; he is
the Messiah, the Lord.
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This will
be a sign to you: You will find a baby
wrapped in cloths and lying in a
manger.” Luke 2:10-12 NIV
Today, we use a blanket to wrap a
newborn. Back then, strips of cloth were
sometimes wound around the entire body.
As the shepherds approached and came to
worship, I wonder what they pondered?
He must have looked like He was wound
in grave cloths.
Could it be that they thought, “ This must
be the One, the Savior! But see how He
is wrapped. He has the appearance of one
born to die –
WRAPPED IN BURIAL
CLOTHS!”
Now, this Christmas season, unwrap your
Father’s best Gift of all. Let His Word
help you do the unwrapping and enjoy
your best Christmas ever!
J. Anthony Shuff, Dir.
The Salvation Army Service
Extension/Keest Center
