I Wonder
Thursday, December 12, 2024
I wonder. We all think about there being no room for the birth of Jesus. He deserved a five-star, and he got a stable. The place was busy, with everyone traveling there to register. Herod, a religious leader, did not realize what was taking place. I'm guessing the town of Bethlehem didn't recognize what was about to happen, either.
Would acknowledging Mary and Joseph and asking a few questions change the story? It is hard for me to understand that no one gave up their room to bless the coming of the baby Jesus, any baby, but especially this baby, God.
I always see it when I am out and about in the community. People do not acknowledge others in their midst. Each one is precious and created by God, deserving to be seen. We have the power of the Holy Spirit to do mighty things in the Name of Jesus, and we walk on by. We can change the course of someone's day by touching their heart with a smile, a touch, a few words.
Romans 2:11, For God does not show favoritism.
Ephesians 4:32, Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you.
Philippians 2:3-5, Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus:
Proverbs 3:6, In all your ways, acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.
John 3:16, For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. This promise is for EVERYONE.
I wonder if the Christmas Story played out as God's perfect plan. Humans were involved, so I'm gonna guess that they did not listen, search, or help create the change. That sounds like us today. Be close enough in Spirit to acknowledge God's children, those we think look in need, and those you will never know they need.