Doves

“…the Holy Spirit descended upon Him in bodily form like a dove, and a voice came out of heaven, “You are My beloved Son, in You I am well-pleased.” (Luke 3:22)

The reason for the season reminders all around us 

Christmas decorations and their symbolism can remind us of the true reason for the season, Jesus.

The dove

The dove is often used on holiday cards and decorations and has become a symbol of peace.

When you see a dove at Christmas, remember it is…

·      A Gifts of love - Following the Three Wise Men who brought gold, myrrh, and frankincense as gifts to the baby Jesus, shepherds bore more modest gifts such as doves. 

·      It represents the Spirit of God – “After being baptized, Jesus came up immediately from the water; and behold, the heavens were opened, and he saw the Spirit of God descending as a dove and lighting on Him,” (Matt. 3:16)

·      It represents your value to God - “When you lie down among the sheepfolds, You are like the wings of a dove covered with silver, And its pinions with glistening gold.” (Psalm 68:13)

·      It is a symbol of purity - “Behold, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves; so be shrewd as serpents and innocent as doves.” (Matt. 10:16)

·      It is a symbol of innocence - “Behold, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves; so be shrewd as serpents and innocent as doves.” (Matt. 19:16)