But while he thought on these things, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost. — Matthew 1:20

More comfort than you can imagine! For Joseph, this is where the story of Jesus begins. What he doesn’t understand and didn’t have anything to do with making will now be the start of his own faithful and generous heart’s journey. He will raise the one who will save the world. He will know for the rest of his life that Mary did something miraculous without him doing anything. His faith and the way God used him in this story should make us all think about the amazing things God might have in store for us. Why not use the month of December to remember the Holy One who was born in Nazareth?

 

Thought

More comfort than you can imagine! For Joseph, this is where the story of Jesus begins. What he doesn’t understand and didn’t have anything to do with making will now be the start of his own faithful and generous heart’s journey. He will raise the one who will save the world. He will know for the rest of his life that Mary did something miraculous without him doing anything. His faith and the way God used him in this story should make us all think about the amazing things God might have in store for us. Why not use the month of December to remember the Holy One who was born in Nazareth?

 

Prayer

Father, I’ve always admired Joseph for how much he trusted you, which helped him deal with things he didn’t understand. Now I’ve come with Joseph’s wide-eyed wonder and excitement to hear again about the miracle of your Son, who is also my Savior. As I try to get to know him better, please make him real to me. In Jesus’ precious name I pray. Amen.