First, words from Jason Bare's song, "For The First Time" have been a big part of the season.
Any moment it could happen
He knew it was time by the look in her eyes
There was Joseph
Holding Mary
In this stable they wait
For this babe to arrive
In a world so dark
Heaven and Earth would collide
And would change who they are
As she laid him in a manger
Creation was hushed by the sound of His cry
And their eyes were filled with wonder
Could this be the same voice that brought us to life
Unbelievable
The promise is this little child
What a miracle
This was the first time
Mortal eyes would see the Savior
The first night
Heaven sings a song with nature
Alleluia , Alleluia
The world has seen the light
For the first time
As she rocks Him on her shoulder
Did she know it was only a matter of time
That one day when He is older
He will open His arms and give up His life
But tonight He sleeps
As angels sing through the night
Of His majesty
Glory to God in the highest
Peace on earth
Glory to God in the highest
Peace on earth
Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia
This was the first time
This was the first night.
I can only imagine the angels over Bethlehem, praising Jesus throughout that night. I wish I'd been there to see that awesome display of praise and worship. I imagine God missing His Son in heaven but looking down upon earth with such mercy. O come let us adore Him indeed. Yesterday after our devotional we praised Jesus for His first coming and longed for His second coming!
Times like these make me long for His return, when all things will be made right and He will be enthroned to rule and reign forever. "...and of His government and peace there shall be no end." Take a few moments, close your eyes and clearly imagine that day. Oh my! What a day it will be.
