Please read Luke 2:1-20
Those who gathered at the Stable to see and welcome Jesus, the newborn king honored him with their Presence. It is easy -- all too easy to get caught up in just giving presents rather than our Presence, by being there – being with – being for – being available – being open to the one we call the Christ.
Two images come to mind for me this day. One is the phrase we look for on the back of the cards we like to receive. It starts: “When you care enough. …. To give the very best – give a _______ card. The other image comes from the hymn Drummer Boy. Perhaps the words have already come to your mind but in case they haven’t, they are these. “What I have, I give Him. I give Him my Heart.”
We are a blessed people, and we are called to be a blessing to others. In the months since we started attending Johnson Memorial, the expressions of love and the greeting of friends previously known and those we have met since we started attending here have blessed us. You have taken us in and received us warmly in Christ’s name and on his behalf.
As we together more forward in this season of our lives may we continually strive to remember we are in His Presence and live accordingly.
Prayer: Gracious Lord, you bless us with your presence each day. Help us to open our hearts to you this day and share your boundless love with others. Amen.
Rev. Thom Malcolm
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