Come Lord Jesus

   We are awaiting the celebration of the coming of our Lord as an infant, born to Mary.  The Israelites had been waiting for a Messiah who would restore the glory of the Jewish people and establish an earthly kingdom.  They were not prepared for the Messiah who came to die for our sins; the savior who would call us to God’s kingdom, not an earthly one.

   What kind of Messiah are you preparing for?  Some want a Messiah who will resolve all problems and make life easy.  Some want one who condemns those who don’t agree with their particular way of worshiping God.  The one who is coming is neither; He comes to love us, to die for us and to save us for eternal life.  He does not come to make life easy or condemn but to love and help us carry the crosses of this world.

   His concern is not with this world, He’s already overcome the world.  He wants to call the lost sheep; he wants to heal those who are hurting and show them the mercy of God.  Jesus wants to welcome all to His kingdom, the kingdom of God.  He wants sinners to recognize His mercy and turn to Him.  He wants those who already love Him to love Him more.  He wants to give all the greatest love of all time.

   Jesus comes to each of us in a way that is perfect for us alone.  He speaks to the deepest part of us and helps us come to know the plan God has prepared for us since before time began.  Our Messiah is a personal Savior who reaches out to each of us in love, mercy and forgiveness.

   Let’s prepare to celebrate the birth of the infant Jesus but let us also prepare to welcome our personal Savior into our heart.

Lord, You reach out to each of us.

You speak to us in the deepness within.

Teach us Your ways.

Lead us Home.

Amen