Eve of Fasting

A Careful Investigation

It's Christmas week, which means a three things: First, many of us are busy getting ready for parties, family gatherings, and the exchange of gifts. Second, it will be especially difficult for Adam's family as they grieve his absence at holiday gatherings. Third, despite the hustle and bustle, despite the grief, we can rejoice in the certainty of the birth of Christ.

Luke 1:1-4

1 Many have undertaken to draw up an account of the things that have been fulfilled among us, 2 just as they were handed down to us by those who from the first were eyewitnesses and servants of the word. 3 With this in mind, since I myself have carefully investigated everything from the beginning, I too decided to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus, 4 so that you may know the certainty of the things you have been taught.

I take great comfort that Luke provided us with an account of Jesus' life, death, and ressurection. I take even greater comfort that he "carefully investigated everything from the beginning." So, as we pray for Adam, this week, we can all be comforted knowing that Jesus is the Christ.

Thank you, Luke, for your careful investigation. Thank you for writing to Theophilus, so that we all may know the certainty of things. With so many uncertainties in our lives, isn't it great to rely on the certainty of Jesus?



I look forward to praying with you, tomorrow. This evening, thank God for Luke's careful investigation that provided us with an accurate account of Jesus' life, beginning with His birth that we celebrate this week. Thank God for all of the scriptures.