Dad reads us this story every year and we collies listen intently. This year we surprised him with a picture taken at the birth of Jesus! He loved the picture and we collies are posting it here with the story of the birth of Jesus! Merry Christmas Everyone!
God Bless You!
The Collies of the Meadow
STORY OF CHRISTMAS FROM BOOK OF LUKE
Luke 2:1 And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. 2:2 (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) 2:3 And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. 2:4 And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:) 2:5 To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with Child. 2:6 And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.
2:7 And she brought forth her firstborn Son,
and wrapped Him in swaddling clothes, and laid Him in a manger;
because there was no room for them in the inn.
2:8 And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 2:9 And, lo, the angel of the LORD came upon them, and the glory of the LORD shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. 2:10 And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. 2:11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the LORD. 2:12 And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the Babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. 2:13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, 2:14 Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men. 2:15 And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into Heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the LORD hath made known unto us. 2:16 And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the Babe lying in a manger. 2:17 And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this Child. 2:18 And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds. 2:19 But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart. 2:20 And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them. 2:21 And when eight days were accomplished for the circumcising of the Child, His Name was called JESUS, which was so named of the angel before He was conceived in the womb.
Here is the recently uncovered picture of the Manger with Joseph, Mary, Jesus and the Shepherd and the Wise Men!
Photo taken by the Texas Collie and Sheltie Rescue.
MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!!!!!!!
We Collies post this song for this is the Old Guy’s favorite song and we love it also;
What a wonderful story to read first thing on Christmas morning and the picture of the manger scene as I was listening to the music, really touched my heart .
It took me back to about 30 years ago, when my son was just a small boy, all dressed in his shepherd costume holding a staff, to be in The Nativity Pagent at our church . Beulah was sitting beside him underneath our Christmas tree .
May the blessings of the Christ Child fill you with Peace and Love .
Thank You All and watch over Dad and Mom because they are God sent !!
Love to everyone on this Christmas Morn ..!!!! Big Hugs
Merry Christmas Cathy!
We are so happy you liked the music, the manger scene and the story. We would love to see a picture of Beulah with your son.
We hope Jesus filled your life with Peace and Love on Christmas!
God Bless You!
The Collies 🙂
Love this story and the manger picture is just perfect. Thank you so much for sharing this on Jesus’s birthday!
Merry Christmas, have a wonderful blessed day!!
Hi!
It thrills us collies you liked the story and the manger picture! Jesus is the reason for the season as the old guy likes to say.
We hope your Christmas was very Blessed and we collies send our love to you and the Chessies!
God Bless You!
The Collies 🙂
Thank you for sharing this story. My person says she can’t read it too many times – and the collie Nativity scene is priceless. Merry Christmas and God Bless all of you.
Hi!
We are glad you liked the story! We always like to imagine there was a collie in the manger barking with joy at the arrival of Jesus and then being joined by all the dogs in the manger and in the city to celebrate the birth of Jesus!
Merry Christmas Bongo!
God Bless you!
The Collies 🙂
I’m still catching up on reading posts Chuck (and working backwards!). I just want to say thank you to you and the Collies for being such wonderful friends. I am so lucky to have met you. God bless. Wishing you a very happy and successful New Year, full of joy and peace. Love from Bassa.
Hi Bassa!
Thank you for the kind words. The feelings are mutual for we are so grateful for friends like you! May God Bless You, may your new year be full of love and prosperity and know we are lucky to have you as a friend! Hug your family for us!
God Bless You!
Chuck and the Collies 🙂