One of the greatest lessons we will learn is the importance
of going where you are invited. Often
times the places where we are invited are places that we may not have chosen
for ourselves, but they are entry points to experience the Life and Love of
Jesus. Truth be told, we are ambitious
people and often we would choose the way of lights, camera, action-Roll! But this is rarely Jesus’ way.
Joseph and Mary entered into Bethlehem in need of a place to
stay. I’m sure they asked a lot of best
selling hostels before the open door of the manager was made available to
them.
Jesus says whatever
town or village you enter, find out who is worthy and stay at his house until
you move on. As you enter the house, greet its occupants. If the home is worthy, let your peace rest on
it; if it is not, let your peace return to you.… Matthew 10:12
Just think of how great the peace was of those who welcomed
the Baby Jesus that night to a humble and simple stable.
Just think of how great the peace was of the Shepherds that
kept watch and heard the angels sing.
Just think of how great the peace was of the Wise Men that
traveled from a far to bear witness to the True King of Kings.
Just think of how great your peace was when you received
Jesus into your heart as Lord and Savior.
Jesus says, “Here I am! I
stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I
will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.”
Revelations 3:20
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