Friday, December 16, 2011

Nativity Reflections & 21st Century Ponderings


Elizabeth didn't join the naysayer's at the news of Mary's holy conception. She rejoiced in God's work....
Do we?

Mary never waivered....
Do we?

Mary pondered....
Do we?

Mary treasured up the birth of the Gospel "all these things" in her heart....
Do we?

The Shepherds heard God through His messengers and obeyed.....
When we hear from God do we obey?

Magi traveled a great distance to see the babe...
How far are we willing to go for Christ?

Shepherds couldn't help but praise God for all they had seen and heard....
Are we still as passionate about the Gospel story or has it grown old?

Magi shared precious gifts of their era with God's Son....
Do we share precious gifts of our era with Jesus, or leftovers?

No one gave up their room in the Inn for Christ.
Would we?

Joseph was indeed human, but he didn't flinch in his obedience.
Do I second-guess God, or am I as resolved in my obedience?

There certainly is a lot to ponder! Hail the incarnate deity!










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