MARY DID YOU KNOW
Merry Christmas! For Unto Us A Child Is Born. Today is the day that Christians all over the world celebrate the birth of Jesus. There is a lot of controversy about the “day” Jesus was born since it is not mentioned in the Bible. But, it doesn’t matter if this is the “actual” date or not; it is about celebrating the fact that he was born. He humbled Himself by taking a human form and was born in a humble setting.
Isaiah 9:6
6 For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
I have been giving a little thought to this. Jesus Christ, the Savior, and Lord of the Universe was born in a stable. What would that have felt like from a mother’s point of view? We all want the best for our children, so would you have wanted your child to have been born in a stable? Would you have wanted your child to be ridiculed and crucified? Mary, did you know?
Mary had no way of knowing all that was to come when she gave birth to Jesus, but God knew. God knew that He was sending His one and only son to earth and He knew what the outcome was going to be. He Knew! I’ve recited John 3:16 so many times that I have somehow let the meaning and the power of the verse leave me.
John 3:16
16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.
This verse starts out with, “For God so loved the world” He loved “us” so much! Here comes the hard part, “that he gave his only begotten son.” Do you love anyone enough that you would sacrifice your child, your one and only child? I can’t even begin to comprehend that amount of love. I can not even begin to comprehend the sacrifice that was made. Now for the beautiful part, “that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life!” Believe, trust, and have everlasting life.
I have always wondered about Abraham when he took his only son, Isaac, to give as a sacrifice to the Lord. He trusted that the Lord was going to provide. He trusted when the Lord told him to sacrifice Isaac. He trusted! This was a powerful illustration of complete trust. To be honest, I don’t know if I would have passed that test. I’m glad that I wasn’t in his shoes because I don’t know if I could have taken my child knowing “he” was to be the sacrifice. I just don’t know.
But I do know that Jesus was God’s sacrifice. I know that He was born, and He was crucified so that we might have everlasting life. I know that the Lord loved us enough to sacrifice His son. I know that today, and every other day, I celebrate His birth.
Merry Christmas everyone!
To God Goes The Glory!
Have A Blessed Day!
Loved your message and the song.
Thank you for sharing.❤️
Merry Christmas🎄
Merry Christmas to you and your family. I read your blog everyday. I seldom comment but would hate to miss a day of your inspirational posts and your fashion blogs. Thank you for all you do to inspire us ladies over 50.
Merry Christmas to you & your family! Thank you for your weekly & Sunday posts. It has become an enjoyable part of my day.
Merry Christmas! Thank you for this reminder of the reason for Christmas…the greatest gift ever.
One of my favorite holiday songs! Particularly sung by PTX!
Merry Christmas! Thank you for this message!
Merry Christmas Tania! What a beautiful post you shared with us. Good luck to you and Joe on learning how to speak French. That’s a great way to help keep your minds sharp. I have a delayed question for you regarding the black corduroy jeggings you have shared with us. Do they fit more like regular pants or leggings in the buttocks area? Thank you!
They are like regular pants.
Merry Christmas!! Enjoy your quiet time together!! I love the song “Mary did you know”
I love that song, Mary did you know!
The best Christmas song ever!
Jesus is the reason for the season. Merry Christmas and God Bless.