World news bombards us from the Internet,television,radio,and mobile devices. The majority seems to describe what's wrong-crime, terrorism,war,and economic problems. Yet there are times when good news invades the darkest hours of sadness and despair-stories of unselfish acts, a medical breakthrough, or steps toward peace in war-scarred places.
The words of two men recorded in the Old Testament of the Bible brought great hope to people weary of conflict.
While describing God's coming judgement on a ruthless and powerful nation, Nahum said, " Look, there on the mountains, the feet of one who brings good news, who proclaims peace!" ( Nahum 1:15). That news brought hope to all those oppressed by cruelty.
A similar phrase occurs in the book of Isaiah: " How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation." ( Isaiah 52:7)
Nahum and Isaiah's prophetic words of hope found their ultimate fulfillment at the first Christmas when the angel told the shepherds, " Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord" ( Luke 2:10-11).
The most important headline in our lives every day is the very best news ever spoken-Christ the Savior is born!
The birth of Jesus is the best news the world has ever received!
Please read Hosea 12-14 and Revelation 4
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