We are called to reflect on some other essential messages of the Solemnity of Christmas:
1. Christmas is the beautiful saga of God humbling Himself, and as the Good Shepherd (Cf. Jn 10:11) going to any extent to win us back to him.
Birth in the manger demonstrates the abasement of the Divine
Baby Jesus, lying in the manger is also a prefiguration of Jesus dying on the Cross, fulfilling the act of humiliation signified in Incarnation! (Cf. Phil 2:6-8)
2. Christmas is the amazing story of hope and courage
Joseph and Mary displayed tremendous hope and courage as they join hands with the Will of God (despite the many challenges and obstacles that came their way)!
Zechariah and Elizabeth exhibited much hope and courage, as they held fast in faithfulness, to experience the miraculous birth of John, the precursor of Jesus
The shepherds and the wise men showed much hope and courage, as they boldly trusted in the signs given to them, which culminated in their offering of service and worship.
Christmas rings in the good news that “the one who trusts in God” will always be blessed! (Cf. Ps 146:5)
Mary, Joseph, Zechariah, Elizabeth, the shepherds, the wise men - everyone experienced tremendous blessings because they “chose to trust in God!”
Life often takes us through crossroads and dangerous curves
Are we ready to make a choice - of trusting in the Lord…
… and thus experiencing His mighty blessings!
Christmas is indeed history - HIS story
… the fantastic story of Him Who loves us immensely
… the fabulous event of Him Who is born for us - for our salvation
This Christmas, let us make our hearts a “place of party” to celebrate love and mercy…
… by accepting the unwanted, the rejected and the lonely!
… by sharing the precious gifts of God’s Hope and Mercy to all!
Fr. Jijo Jose Manjackal MSFS
Blessings of Christmas season to all!
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