the pondering heart . . . the wonder . . . 12/8/11

 

Dear Holy Friends,   Christmas is such a wonder. And while many tell me that Easter is the more holy holiday, there is something magic about Christmas. And without it, there would be no Easter. I also do not get drawn into the arguments over the fact that December 25 is also a pagan day. And, as in our country white is the color of purity, while in India it is the color of mourning; neither is wrong or right.   I believe celebrating our Savior's birth is way more important than when. So, maybe we can all go back and focus on the wonder.   In his Grip, Chandra     The Wonder Fresh hay has a fragrant smell but manure can overpower. I wonder what was in the air at Jesus' birthing hour? Animals give off body heat but they also snort and groan. I wonder was it warm and quiet as pains made Mary moan? Childbirth is a miracle of life but it brings blood and pain. I wonder how Mary found comfort as birth caused her body to strain? Christmas is a wonder Love came down to earth. But may I never take lightly the humble way of my Savior's birth.   ~Chandra Lynn Smith~