It was an ordinary night. The shepherds were doing their job. Maybe they were even a bit bored with the sameness of their mundane tasks. It didn't take long for that to change. In just a moment, their entire outlook was altered. They took off as fast a they could when they heard the announcement. They hurried to greet the child. I wonder what was going through their minds as they traveled along the road. Were they prodding the sheep along? Were they arguing whether or not they should stop to eat?

I wonder what they expected to see when they arrived in Bethlehem. Did they really think such a glorious event would happen in a stable? Were they prepared for God to humble Himself so drastically? Did they realize God had to come to earth in a way ALL men could relate? Obviously, whatever their expectations, they were not disappointed! After all, they went back "glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen."

We all have certain expectations of God. "When we walk with the Lord, in the light of His Word" anything can happen. His Word is living and and active and sharper than any double-edged sword. Believe that God will miraculously make a way, regardless of your every day circumstances. Drop everything. Run to Him. Follow His light with great anticipation of what is to come! Expect a life changing experience through this move. Especially when you least expect it.

Scripture To Remember
When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "Let's go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about." So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them. But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart. The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just as they had been told.
- Luke 2 15-20

Question To Consider
What are my expectations of God?

Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank you for creating a sense of expectation in us. Especially when our lives seem regular and mundane, we ask you to continue to energize us with hope and wonder as we wait to see how you're working in our lives. Amen

Thought for the Day
I will live with anticipation to see what God will do in my life as I hurry to meet Him each day!

Reference: Chronicles of Christmas
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