Long Expected Hope

Jesus came to the earth to be many things. Light to the world. Truth to be glorified. Savior to us all. But he came to us as a baby, gently wrapped in cloths and treasured in his earthly mother’s heart.

Jesus, who would bless the world, came first as a blessing to a few. The small and helpless child would soon be known as the One who would bring hope to us all. This was the Savior for which people had prayed for many years, and this is how his time with us began. Not with greatness but with simplicity. Not with abundant fanfare but with thankful praise. With hope.

We can learn a lot about Jesus by how those around him at his birth responded to his presence. They were moved by his might, despite his humble beginnings. Their hope had been and will be fulfilled in his life, death, and life again.

Glory to God indeed.