It's a "dog eat dog" world, we say: It's survival of the fittest, and it's not pretty. All true in its way. But is it all that's true? Isaiah gives us a vision that Jesus Christ lived into. While the wicked will perish, his judgment will favor the poor and the meek. Everything will be turned upside down.
The Reign of God stands in contrast to the values of the culture. Instead of a “dog eat dog” mentality, Christ ushers in a different scenario. The wolf will live with the lamb. The cow and the bear will graze together. The leopard will lie down with the kid. All are metaphors for a new age. EVERYTHING is different, unexpected, out of the ordinary.
When we celebrate the birth of Christ we are warmed by the beautiful story. It is a comforting and comfortable picture. As we embrace the Christ, however, we realize that the “normal” view of the world is no longer valid. We are moved out of our comfort zone into a world of new possibilities.
Dear God, open our eyes and our hearts this Christmas Day, that we might embrace the demands of the Christian faith which are always new and life transforming. May we be your agents in the world, agents with a different perspective. In Jesus name, AMEN.
Join your church family for scripture and carols at 8:15 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Bring family and friends to a “pot luck” breakfast at 9:15 a.m. The church is providing egg casserole and drinks.
HAVE A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Grace and peace,
John McLemore
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