I see our Nativity scene set out in our home, and I am suddenly caught off guard in a fresh way at the radical truth it so flagrantly illustrates, in all its quietness and its unassuming way.
How many times have I seen a Nativity scene in my life?
And yet, I am awed in a new way how it so visually represents the call to come to Christ.
There are both rich Magi, bearing their gifts of wealth, and poor Shepherds.
Men and women.
Jews (Mary and Joseph) and Gentiles (the Magi).
Angelic Hosts and mortal Man.
Creatures (livestock) and Mankind.
The Nativity scene so visually announces that there are NO gender, cultural, economic, ethnic, or class barriers to come to Christ...we must only come with humility...with bended knee, a steady gaze, and bearing gifts (as we are able) to lay at His feet.
I am forever changed...forever grateful...
Thank you Jesus for this indescribable gift.
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