The Christmas story, recorded in the books of Matthew and Luke has become so familiar those of us who are Christian might not grasp the reality of what actually happened. An angel told a young virgin that she would conceive a child by the power of the Holy Spirit (Luke 1). The angel then told her fiancé to marry her and name the baby Jesus, “for He will save His people from their sins” (Matt. 1). Also, shepherds saw angels in the sky and were told of a Savior’s birth in Bethlehem (Luke 2). Just for good measure, wise men traveled hundreds of miles to worship the One who, they said, “has been born King of the Jews” (Matt. 2). Amazing!
Equally amazing is that Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, and the wise men did exactly as they had been told. Mary gave herself to God; Joseph took her home as his wife; the shepherds went to find the baby in a manger; and the wise men followed the star. With no idea of the outcome, they all took the next step by faith in the Lord. Absolutely outstanding!
How is it with us this CHRISTmas? Do we trust God and follow His lead even when we face uncertainty and overwhelming circumstances?
When you and I obey the Lord, the outcome is truly more than amazing!
Faith never knows where it is being led, but it loves and knows the One who is leading. Please Share this post or leave a comment. I’d love to hear from you.
See you next Sunday,
MJ