Tonight we will gather with family and friends to rejoice over the birth of a baby. Born under less than ideal circumstances, this baby’s birth provided hope for humanity and a promise of peace. Although this baby arrived to parents of humble means, and he did so in a lowly place, he had the most spectacular birth announcement possible:
"And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, 'Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.'
Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying,
"Glory to God in the highest,
and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests.'"
(Luke 2: 8-14).
Tonight, Jeff and I will give glory to God, and beg for his peace, as we celebrate one baby and mourn another. Today marks six months since Leah's birth and death. It is exceptionally difficult to have such a milestone fall on what should be one of the most joyous days of the year.
Tonight my mouth will celebrate Christmas, but my heart will be longing for Easter and the promise that ultimately the grave will have no victory and death will lose its sting.
"And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, 'Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.'
Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying,
"Glory to God in the highest,
and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests.'"
(Luke 2: 8-14).
Tonight, Jeff and I will give glory to God, and beg for his peace, as we celebrate one baby and mourn another. Today marks six months since Leah's birth and death. It is exceptionally difficult to have such a milestone fall on what should be one of the most joyous days of the year.
Tonight my mouth will celebrate Christmas, but my heart will be longing for Easter and the promise that ultimately the grave will have no victory and death will lose its sting.
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You are so eloquent, both of you. I've known you were a wonderful writer for years, of course, Amy, but the beauty of these posts is incredible. Lots of love to you in 2009.
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