In the midst of this busy-ness, I thought about Mary and Joseph... how fortunate they were to live in a calmer time ("all is calm, all is bright", right?) Why, even I could concentrate on important spiritual things, with a schedule like theirs. No hustle, no bustle...
Then I remembered their trip to Bethlehem.
Someone had to make sure that Mary was aware of the latest in natural childbirth techniques (Joseph too!). Someone had to plan the route, pack the donkey, arrange for food, round up clean swaddling clothes, push through crowds, etc, etc, etc.
The times were different. The push to get things done? Ever present.
Mine the choice to keep the King of kings in His proper place.
...the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7
2 comments:
I enjoyed your mental trip back to how times were different yet same at Christ's birth. Your phrase "the push to get things done" at that time --- did you intend the pun? Mom
Oooo... I didn't notice. How funny.
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