It is delightful to recall the story of Jesus’ birth with angels, shepherds, and in a stable with the animals. Then there is the mother’s love for her new born child, and Joseph’s concern for his new family. Following is the story of the magi’s arrival from the East. While so engaging to children and adults, there is much more to the story.
In the Incarnation of the son of God, we have a glimpse of a God who is not powerful in the eyes of the world. We find an image of a God who is not vengeful and full of “I will get you for that.” We experience a God who is lovable, vulnerable and compassionate. This is a God who can identify as being human and has the traits exactly as our own. This God chooses to be identified with the poor and does not possess qualities that lead to success in the eyes of the world. Having Jesus as our God, we can become what Jesus shows himself to be – a human being sharing with him his divinity.
- What does the incarnation mean to you?
- Are you able to translate the story of Jesus’ birth in to meaning for your life?
- Does God mainly want perfection or compassion from us?
O God, give me the gift you wish for me this Christmas.