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Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Census Time (Joshua 16-18 / Luke 2)

In Joshua 16-18, we read more about the distribution of land to be given to the Israelite tribes as their inheritance. Perhaps we know of some older folks who need to get started in the estate planning process. Helping older adults in these matters, whether they be a relative, friend, or church member is a ministry in itself. Let us look for and become aware of areas of help and assistance where we can plug in and minister to our senior citizens.

Luke 2:1-4 is known for its detail and is used by Bible scholars to verify the authenticity of the Bible. Notice in Lk 2:1-7 that Jesus was born during the time of the census (v. 2). Only one census in all of time included the Son of God in it. Jesus was born at the perfect time in history. A true mother's heart is captured in v. 19 as Mary kept a photo album in her mind of all the happenings around her son's miraculous birth.

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