And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord.
This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests.”

Just a quick note to say Noelliniz kutlu olsun (which I think means “Merry Christmas”) to everyone who regularly visits this site. As you exchange gifts with family and friends, remember that we have been given the most precious and amazing gift ever possible: Almighty God, the Creator of Heaven and Earth, chose to enter time and space and become a human being, and He loves you so incredibly much that he willingly gave up his life so that you could have a relationship with him. He loved us and died for us while we were his enemies (Romans 5:8). How incredible and amazing is His love for us!

God Bless You this Christmas and in the New Year!