I am linking up for the Five Minute Friday. The FMF is hosted by Kate Motaung over at our Five Minute Friday website. Today’s word prompt is “only.” We would love to have you join us.
“But the Lord said to me, “Do not say, ‘I am only a boy’; for you shall go to all to whom I send you, and you shall speak whatever I command you.”–Jeremiah 1:7
An infant lying in a manger in Bethlehem whose cries pierce the darkness. This infant who is not only Mary and Joseph’s child but the savior sent to the world because of God’s love for each of us. Jesus a man who turns the world upside down and spreads the good news from city to city. Jesus who hangs on a cross for our sins. The one who only God can resurrect from the dead.
Jesus who comes to remind us to love our neighbors. Jesus who tells us not to care only for ourselves but to care for all the world. Jesus who calls us to strive for peace. But where is this peace? Is it a peace only Christ can bring about?
This Advent may we walk to the manger not alone but together. May we trust in the promises of this one who comes in the midst of a silent night; not only for one but all of Gods beloved.
yes, let us walk together.
Amen!
You said this so beautifully, Tara; you caught the overarching meaning of Christmas. ust brilliant.
Thank You! That means a lot coming from you!
Tara, I will walk to the manger with you. Love all of this. Have a beauty-full day, friend.
You too my friend! Glad to walk to the manger with you.
Nice, Tara. Walking with you in his peace and light.
Thanks! Glad to have you along on the journey.
Tara I love how the word prompt took you to “I’m only a boy.” Good writing, friend.
Thanks! I probably wouldn’t have gone there myself. But it was the prompt text for a friends Advent devo for that day.
Great post, Tara. I’m with Susan. It’s so fun to see where God took you with this word. May we truly walk the path to the manger together. Enjoy your weekend!
Thanks Jeanne!
The beauty of togetherness – so good xx
Thanks friend! xoxo
great post tara:) hope you have a wonderful advent:)
Thanks Martha! Hope you have a wonderful Advent too!
A community of unity walking together. Love this! Blessings to you this Advent Season!
Thank You! Blessings to you too!
An important reminder, especially for those of us who want to “do it all by ourselves.” Thank you.
Right! And you’re welcome!
Amen! Beautifully said :).
Thanks Anita!
Jesus does call us “to do” Christmas so differently than the world does. Thanks – hope you are having a wonderful week!
So true! Hope you had a wonderful week.