Tuesday, December 13, 2011

The Christmas Star


Picture by
 ©Debbie Yarra  www.yarraimages.com

I’ve always thought it very fitting that the Light of the World was introduced by a bright, new star.

Close your eyes for a moment and imagine being in a dark, dark room when suddenly a speck of light appears. Slowly the light grows until the room is illuminated as if by noon-day sun. Even in your imagination you can feel the light bringing with it hope and love. It is amazing how much positive feeling light introduces to a dark place, and all we have to do to get rid of the dark is to let in the light.

On that first Christmas night, far above and untouched by anything worldly, the new star pierced the darkness testifying to all nations that hope had come.

But this symbol is more than metaphor. Christ is the Light of the World. His light, the Light of Christ, still shines to guide wise men and wise women to find Him and live forever in a place where there is no darkness but only light and the love and joy that accompany that Light.

2 comments:

  1. Thank you Sherrie. I don't know what it is, but your posts have been so beautiful that I can hardly read them without becoming very emotional. You tell the story of Christmas in such a sweet, but powerful way that I have started grabbing a Kleenex before I start. It is such a beautiful story, but you have a way of telling it that it is such a gift. I know that comes from the deep love and appreciation you have for the Savior. Thank you so much for being willing to share with us.
    Cathie

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  2. I agree with Cathie completely
    ~Christine

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