Matthew 1:24
Immanuel (which means, God with us). 24 When Joseph woke from sleep, he did as the angel of the Lord commanded him
So much of what Mary, Elizabeth, Zechariah and Joseph did during the preparation for the First Birthday of Jesus - First Christmas, we do today.
Joseph stops what he is doing and takes a pregnant woman 80 miles to Bethlehem. Joseph was not going to put off what God had asked him to do.
When Gabriel met with Zechariah and Mary, why did he bypass Joseph? It's probable Joseph prayed to meet Gabriel. Instead upon Joseph's mercy, he has a dream. Dream. Plans. Goal. A man betrothed to Mary has had an idea of what he wants life to look like. It's an important dream - the direction of their lives. Joseph's dream for his own life with his betrothed is overshadowed. Joseph's dream is less important.
How are we similar today?
Giving up what we want, to Love God's Plan sets us on course for seeking God's Righteousness and Heaven first. Joseph is barely mentioned in the Gospels, but the family he raised is made seamless in the Gospels. Jesus is seen as part of the family.
We aren't waiting, lists and to do and expectation is going on. Going forth.
How does Joseph's preparation for the First Christmas - have something to do with what we do today? We put aside financial plans, pleasing ourselves - to bless the people we love and God has given us.
The Plans of Christmas planning are Pleasing to God. Open hearts to God's Love.
Seriously - Can you imagine, setting off down the road immediately with someone so very pregnant with God's Child?
Deuteronomy 31:6
Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or terrified of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you."
Isaiah 40:29
He gives power to the faint and increases the strength of the weak.
Isaiah 41:13
For I am the LORD your God, who takes hold of your right hand
Abba,
This day we are blessed by You.
Help us to bless the people You have given us. Even when schedules get busy. On days our feet drag and our heart does sigh. Help us to remember Joseph's Amazing Dream and his being awake. Let us have the Joy of Love as Joseph has given. And the Peace he has to accomplish Your Plan.
We ask in all of the Jesus given Expectation.
More Heaven on earth for Your Good Will and our prayers!!!
In the Name of Jesus. Amen.
What week are Groceries on Sale?
Ephesians 1:16
I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers.
♔ Lord Jesus Saves! †
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