Second Candle, Second Week
On this next Sunday in Advent, we light the second candle – the Bethlehem candle.
The birthplace of our Savior reminds us that He comes as a servant King, humbly, and to bring us peace with God.
I love the rough-hewn ornaments in this photo, because they fit the theme that we meditate on today. The King of the universe, the Creator of all, was willing to enter the very human world of our lives. He slept in a feeding trough, far from the palaces of the so-called powerful.
Does your life ever feel roughly carved, of ordinary and humble substance? Does glory and glitter seem far from your experience?
Take heart! Jesus is at home in your life, with all its rough edges. He doesn’t ask for a palace, but for a place in your heart. He comes into surprising places and accomplishes amazing change.
“Open our eyes to see more of your surprises in the unexpected moments of our day. Amen” — Read more at: Our Lord Emmanuel: Daily Prayers for Advent
May this second week of Advent continue to fill you with joy as He joins in you in the difficult and humble places of life.
Blessings,
Sharon HInck
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Beautifully written!
It is the humility of our Lord that helps me get past the moments I am without applause or recognition for the things I am doing for others like work around the house for my husband or step kids. I need to stop my negative thinking and realize the problem is more about me than them. I must turn my eyes to Jesus and think about how He came to serve humbly…not only those who loved Him, but also those who showed no appreciation, and even those who despised Him. That gets me back on track.
Thank you for writing about our wonderful and humble Lord who is the King of all Kings.
Thanks, Janet! I was just telling my hubby that I’m not sure why I bother writing blogs, since no one ever reads them or comments. LOL! Then I saw your comment and it made me smile. SO I’m admitting that I also get a bit down from lack of applause. And you’re so right… we need to turn our eyes to the humble Savior.
Thanks for blessing my day!
Looks like we blessed each other! Thank YOU!