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The Story of The Messiah
Friends, knowing the One
Who is truth and light
Brightens our days
With comfort, hope, and peace!
Jesus
Is the
Light
Of the world!
(Matthew 2:2)
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(December 24th, 2020)
The Story of the Messiah
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The Story of the Messiah
Friends, upon opening a packet bound in parchment, which was delivered by a servant one morning in the summer of 1741, George Frederick Handel was delighted to find pages of text written by the poet Charles Jensen. Jensen had long been interested in seeing stories of the Bible vitalized by Handel’s music.
Handel had written music for work by Jensen in earlier years without great success; so perhaps he was not pleased with the prospect of any further involvement. However, he soon knew this script was different. Old and New Testament quotations had been spun skillfully to tell the story of Christ’s birth, sacrifice, and resurrection. The title was written boldly on the script--- “The Messiah.”
At this point in his life Handel was 56 years of age. His music had thrilled kings and queens and had failed—at times—to pay for even a meagre lifestyle. Nothing of late seemed to grab hold of his heart. It was said that he had lost his inspiration and that his music was behind the fashion. Then “The Messiah” came into his life!
With an opportunity to present a charity performance, Handel decided that it was appropriate for “The Messiah” to help those in need. He began writing the music for this work in August of 1741 and in twenty-three days an oratorio which has thrilled audiences for over 250 years was complete.
Working with “The Messiah” became a spiritual journey for Handel. The work begins with a prophecy from Isaiah, “Comfort ye, my people.” This promise of Scripture seemed to draw Handel to the task. He was deeply inspired! So much so, that Handel continued to dedicate the proceeds from a yearly presentation of “The Messiah” to the needs of others.
One man renewed his life and spirit by joining into a partnership with “The Messiah” to give the world an accompaniment to Scripture—to lend a special glory to the Word for all people and all time. Handel died in 1759 on the 17th anniversary of the first performance of his beloved tribute to the Messiah.
Today we may marvel at the beauty and majesty that continues to live in words and music. But those who live in daily partnership with Jesus Christ perhaps understand a little better. We are accustomed to seeing and being a part of the beauty and power created by Jesus through ordinary people.
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Friend, I sincerely pray that today’s message may have encouraged you to place your full confidence in Jesus, “The Messiah,” who is willing to give leadership, direction and guidance to your life. He offers Himself as your “Wonderful Counsellor” and is Infinite in power; the “Mighty God.” He is also infinite in love; the “Everlasting Father” and Infinite in Redemption, because He is the “Prince of Peace” (Isaiah 9:6).
Father God, Thank you for Jesus. Please bless this reader with a personal relationship with Him. In Jesus’ name, Amen!
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Friends, as this is our last message for the year, I’d like to take the opportunity to thank all of you who have responded to our messages throughout 2020.
Many of you have let us know you enjoy stories which show the life-changing gospel of Jesus Christ applied to real life situations.
May Jesus always be the heart of your Christmas Season…and the most important part of your wonderful life!
We pray that 2021 will be bright with the light of His love
With Best wishes to yourself and all members of your family, for this Christmas Season, from the Discovering A BETTER LIFE team.
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