[M]y eyes have seen your salvation,
which you have prepared in the presence of all peoples,
a light for revelation to the Gentiles
and for glory to your people Israel.
~Luke 2:30-32

“[Y]ou are citizens with the saints and also members of the household of God” Ephesians 2:8

The kingdom of God has drawn near. (Mark 1:15)

Arise, shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you.  ~Isaiah 60:1

“Here am I, the servant of the Lord; let it be with me according to your word.” Luke 1:38

Comfort, comfort, O my people. Isaiah 40:1

“[W]e will tell to the coming generation the glorious deeds of the Lord, and his might, and the wonders he has done.” Psalm 78:4