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The Invitation of Wonder

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  Wonder.  This word alone is deep and full and leaves me with few words to express what it does inside of us when we step into the space of wonder. Webster gives us the definition of - a person, thing, or event that causes astonishment and admiration; the feeling of surprise or admiration aroused by something strange, unexpected, or incredible. To be filled with wonder; amazement; marvel. A miraculous thing or act; miracle; to be curious; want to know. Luke 2:17 - And when they had seen this, they made known the statement which had been told them about this Child. Mary treasures all she has witnessed and experienced and ponders them in her heart. Luke 2:19 As the angels went away into heaven the shepherds said, "Let us go... and see this thing..." And when they had seen... they made known. Luke 2:15-17 When wonder fills our hearts, there are two responses.  Like the shepherds, we tell others.  Like Mary, we treasure what we have seen in our hearts and ponder, which ...

Come. Let Us Adore Him

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  And the shepherds said, "Let's go straight to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened,  which the Lord has made known unto us." And they worshipped. They went back, glorifying and praising God for all that they had heard and seen,  Luke 2:15,20 In the middle of what's deep in your heart, all the joy, all the angst and anxiety, worry or pain that you may carry, lay it down for a moment.  And go. Go and find the One who holds you in His hand. The One who came for you and invites you to come to Him. For He IS the Way. He is Light. He is our Peace which passes our understanding.  He wants to give us Himself so we can walk through the hard with His presence and to be filled with His life and power. O come. Let us adore Him.