David Rose
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Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others - Philippians 2:4
CELEBRATING TEN YEARS OF MINISTRY 2015-2025
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Swaddling Clothes
by David G. Rose
Christmas is coming. Most of us are making plans for a festive time with family and friends. It is a wonderful time of the year.
The Biblical story of Christmas never fails to stir our imagination. There are many elements in the sacred narrative including the star, the manger, the shepherds, and the angels. O Holy Night!
But have you considered the swaddling clothes that Jesus wore? We read in Luke 2:7 KJV, “And Mary brought forth her first born son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.” Why was it so important in scripture for us to know about swaddling clothes?
The swaddling clothes were one of the signs that the shepherds would look for when they sought the newborn baby. Luke 2:12 KJV, “And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.”
The American Heritage Dictionary defines swaddling clothes as “strips of cloths used to confine a baby’s arms and legs.” Some Near Eastern customs believed that by keeping the legs of a newborn straight with binding cloth, this would prevent crippled legs.
When a baby was born, it was washed and immediately wrapped in cloth. A child was ranked by how costly the cloth and bands were. A white shawl with gold bands and an expensive brooch signaled wealth. But the poor used common cloth. In fact, some traditions claim that Jesus was wrapped in Joseph’s socks because no other cloth could be found.
But one thing is certain, the common wrapping of Jesus in no way diminished the worth of the Divine Gift that He was to mankind. As you have probably learned, the wrappings used on a gift rarely reveals the value of the gift. A diamond ring wrapped in newspaper, does not lessen the value of the ring.
The swaddling clothes reveal another powerful truth. The Bible says that God does not look on the outward, but He looks on the heart. We read in 1 Samuel 16:7 KJV, “But the LORD said unto Samuel, look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the LORD seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart.”
To most, Saul looked like he would be a better king than David. Saul had kingly features and was tall. But David was a ruddy shepherd, and did not fit the assumed characteristics of nobility. The standards of God are often contrary to the values of natural man. God looks on the heart, man looks on the outward appearance.
Don’t let swaddling clothes fool you. God will use whomever He chooses. It is our responsibility to confess and repent of our sins so that out heart is clean before God.
Next week: Wise Men still search for Jesus
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DRM - David Rose Ministries
AG - Assemblies of God
FBAS - Board member of the Fort Bend
Archaeological Society
FBCHC - FT. Bend County Historical Commission
FBH - Fort Bend Herald newspaper articles
XP - Xulon Press
FBHA - Fort Bend History Association
JPT - Jerusalem Prayer Team
JPN - JUMAA Prayer Network (Reaching Muslims)
PRST - Pastors' Resource Support Team
MCA - Morton Cemetery Association
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Tuesday Devotional
December 23, 2025
Arm yourselves
SCRIPTURE
& PRAYER
1 Peter 4:1-5 ESV - Since therefore Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves with the same way of thinking, for whoever has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin, so as to live for the rest of the time in the flesh no longer for human passions but for the will of God. For the time that is past suffices for doing what the Gentiles want to do, living in sensuality, passions, drunkenness, orgies, drinking parties, and lawless idolatry. With respect to this they are surprised when you do not join them in the same flood of debauchery, and they malign you; but they will give account to him who is ready to judge the living and the dead.
Prayer: Dear Lord, the scripture today calls me to a lifestyle of righteous living. As a Christian, you require me to move past corrupt passions and lawless behavior. May I always please you. In the Name of Jesus I pray.
WAITING.....
What Are We Waiting For?
The Completion of our Salvation
by David G. Rose
What does God have planned for us? As we wait for Christ to return, what else is part of our future? One verse of scripture that is often overlooked is found in Hebrews 9:28 KJV, “So Christ was once offered to bear the sins of many; and unto them that look for Him shall He appear the second time without sin unto salvation.”
We read in the Old Testament that the Israelites watched intensely for the reappearance of their high priest after he had gone into the Holy of Holies to make atonement. In a similar manner knowing that our High Priest Jesus has entered into the heavenly sanctuary as our Advocate, we now wait for His reappearing to bring a full and complete salvation.
Jesus said in John 14:3 KJV, “And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto Myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.” He came, and He will come again for us. And this will complete our Salvation experience. The thought behind the fact that Jesus will “receive” us, refers to the Rapture of the Church (1 Thessalonians 4:15-17).
The Apostle Paul saw that Day in 2 Timothy 4:8 KJV, “Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.” What a Day that will be!
Next week: The Redemption of the body
Therefore, comfort each other and edify one another.
1 Thessalonians 5:11
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GUEST ARTICLE
Guest columnist: My only brother Rev. Douglas R. Rose is a published author, composer, pastor, and evangelist. He is grieving the recent loss of his dear wife Dolly. They have 2 children and 5 grandchildren.
12 Classic Christmas Days
by Rev. Douglas Raymond Rose
Verse: 2 Cor. 5:17==…”If anyone is in Christ the new creation has come.”
All my life I’ve heard the popular Christmas song: “Twelve Days of Christmas.”
My first reaction: “It’s much too long!”
My next thought: “What is a partridge in a pear tree?”
And lastly: “Where on earth are there 12 maids still milking?”
In Christian writing classes I’ve learned to edit and update so here goes:
l) is for the Baby Jesus
2) is for Mary and Joseph
3) is for the three Wise Men
4) is for the Shepherds lore
5) is for the flocks of sheep alive
6) is for the animals mixed ‘round
7) for Saints who rose to Heaven
8) for Noah’s family the flood didn’t take
9) Christ’s spirit like fine wine
10) 10,000 joys we find in Jesus
11) Angels who hovered in the heavens
12) The 12 Apostles who followed Jesus
Cheers to our twelve Classic Christmas Days.
-----Let’s give to God all the praise.
PRAYER: Lord, give us an unquenchable desire to see the kingdom of God grow and expand in this New Year. Amen.
2025
Steps to
Finding
New Life
in Christ
If you desire to make Christ the Lord over your life, here are six important steps to take right now:
1. Admit that you have sinned against God- Romans 3:23
2. Understand that Jesus died for your sins and offers cleansing and salvation - Romans 5:8
3. Remember that if you continue to ignore the call of Christ, you will spend eternity separated from God - Romans 6:23
4. Place your faith in Christ. He will save you and provide a life of blessing - Romans 8:1
5. Confess your sins to Christ and repent for your works against God - Romans 10:9-10
6. Invite Jesus to be the Lord and Master of your life - Romans 10:13
Pray this prayer: Dear Lord Jesus, I know that I am a sinner and need your forgiveness. I believe that only you can forgive sins. I ask you to come into my heart, forgive my sins, and be the ruler of my life. Thank you for saving me from my sins. Thank you for the love that you show me everyday. I now know that eternal life is a gift given from you. I pray and ask that you be the Lord of my life, lead me, guide me and
direct my path that I may walk each and every day with you. In the wonderful name of Jesus I pray. Amen.
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All-day Praise!
Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep
for words.
Romans 8:26 ESV