Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
After the birth of Jesus, how did everyone leave? The magi departed another way because of what they had been told. The shepherds left singing the praises of God. Joseph went on his way knowing that he needed to protect his Child. Mary was pondering all of these things in her heart.
How will we leave another encounter with the Christ Child? If no change takes place then we have missed another opportunity like the innkeeper who could not find room.
The guiding star was not meant to flicker for a moment into the Baby’s cradle. Its light was to lead men to Bethlehem and Christ eternally into our hearts and lives. The song in the air was meant to continue as we add our voices to the melody. Christmas joy is meant to be ours. We become a new creation in Christ each time we gaze upon the infant Savior born to save the world from sin, Satan, and death.
Christmas is forever because Christ is an eternal gift. A presence to adore, a Savior to worship, the King of kings to bow down to in honor and respect, Son of Man and Son of God that leads us into victorious living.
Will you be traveling the higher way this Christmas season? May the Holy Spirit grow your faith as you go to Bethlehem once again. Returning home reminds you of the eternal home that awaits you and all Christians who believe in the “Word of the Father now in flesh appearing.”
In Christ,
Pastor