I mentioned that I have enjoyed meditating on the Christmas story a verse or two at a time.
I have noted through the past 3 weeks the incredible humility throughout the story.
Bethlehem ... A small town often looked down upon
Mary ... Acknowledging her own lack of worthiness
God in flesh as an infant
The shame placed on Joseph and Mary which they faced their whole life
Joseph's humble submission to God's plan
The humility of the wise man before the child, Jesus
The humble stable
The lowly shepherds as first guests
God chose humble characters.
He honors humility.
He lived humility before us in the person of Christ (Philippians 2)
The "perfect," family Christmas pictures are pouring in on Christmas cards.
The internet is filled with beautiful homes decorated for the holidays.
There are tables decked with glorious, festive meals.
It can be easy to feel a need to compete,
Or a need to promote ones self,
Or feelings of unworthiness.
When you feel like you are lacking,
When you feel the desire to find something to boast about,
Just remember that you have unique gifts and abilities.
Use them to God's glory and humbly do your best in the other areas.
God resists the proud,
But gives grace to the humble.
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