Surprise!
I have a sweet aunt that lives in a town named “Surprise”. Throughout the years she has been a faithful steward of kindness by sending celebration Hallmark cards for each birthday and Christmas I’ve had. Although, I know she will send the cards, I’m always somewhat pleasantly surprised when I open the mail box and see it waiting there for me. Thankful for her, my dear aunt Jeanette!
What does this have to do with Christmas, besides card giving?
The wisemen were bringing gifts to Joseph and Mary. These wisemen, if you want to say, were the mailmen bringing packages for them from far away. Although, this was a one time event, this family was still very surprised, I’m sure. They weren’t expecting these packages but non the less they were on the way.
Do you ever wonder what is on the way for you today? I’m not just talking about your Amazon boxes, I’m talking about the anticipation of starting your day with a humble heart. “Father, thank you for all you have for today”. This could be a set appointment or an unexpected one. This could be bad or good news! Whatever comes to your life today, I encourage you to open it up in God’s timing and kind care for you. God’s gifts are very valuable and hold things in them you can’t even image.
Joseph and Mary had to trust every moment of every day with their new baby boy. My hope is that we will not be skeptical or naysayers through this next few weeks of December. Open up yourself to Jesus and be surprised by what he shows you and has for you all throughout your day. We all get bad news and difficult situations - no one is exempt! But we get opportunities throughout the day as to how we respond. Is this package of news full of a loving Father’s provision or do I think it’s a dud. I choose the first, how bout you?
In the midst of this season, I hope you grow and know Jesus in a very special way! One day He will surprise us with His return for His church. One thing I know about Jesus is that He’s the best gift giver - He gave His life! There’s no surprise there!
Merry Christmas everyone,
Dayna
Luke 21:27-28
27 And then shall they see the Son of man coming in a cloud with power and great glory.
28 And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh.