There have been years in my past where the lights and the carols and the general merriment of Christmas seemed to taunt my personal sorrow.
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We are reminded in the long shadows of this strange advent that God’s timing is markedly different than our timing.
I suspect the Magnificat chased Mary down through every day of her journey as mother to Jesus.
In the example of Mary and Elizabeth, we realize the need for Spirit-filled friends.
Joseph’s part in the nativity narrative is marked again and again by obedience.
It’s safe to say that Joseph was sore afraid long before his angelic visitation.
Mary didn’t understand but she was more than willing to obey.
Mary and Joseph’s premarital joy was exchanged for the shame of an unwed pregnancy.
Elizabeth holed up with God for five full months. She hid herself away in His love; letting Him address all her fears, confusion, concerns and ultimately her reproach.