Born to be a King

How wide is the contrast between the divinity of Christ and the helpless infant in Bethlehem’s manger! There, in that lowly shed, Jesus the Saviour was born and laid in a manger. Far higher than any of the angels, equal with the Father in dignity and glory, and yet wearing the garb of humanity. Though we cannot understand it, we can believe that He, who made the worlds, for our sakes became a helpless child.

He chose to leave His station of high command, to leave the angels who loved Him. From love to us, He accepted a life of hardship and a death of shame. All this Jesus Christ did to show how much God loves us. He lived on earth to show how we may honor God by obedience to His will. He did this so that by following His example we may at last dwell with Him in His heavenly home.

“For unto us a child is born, unto us a Son is given: and the government shall be upon His shoulder: and His name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, the Mighty God, the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:2, 6.

Be blessed, fascinating friends!