Advent – Submission
Wednesday, December 23
Advent – Submission
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6
Today’s Christmas carol is – We Three Kings Of Orient Are.
O star of wonder, star of night,
star with royal beauty bright,
westward leading, still proceeding,
guide us to thy perfect Light.
The beautiful sounds of string music in this song soothes the soul.
It’s often difficult for people to understand that Jesus was born just like us. He wasn’t born in a luxurious palace with maids and the top physician, neither was our Savior born in a fancy hospital. He was born outside, in a manger and yet he lived an absolutely perfect life. He came to lead us, and guide us into a loving relationship with God. Jesus confined himself to human flesh, was born in a stable and laid in an animal feeding trough. He embodies the example of true submission.
The three wise men are also great examples of what complete submission to God looks like. The moment they saw the star they likely dropped everything they were doing and embarked on a long journey that was most likely difficult at times. The men had no idea where they were going, but placed their complete trust in a star to lead them.
They devoted everything to seeking Him no matter the cost. Just like the three men in this song followed a shining star to see Jesus when he was born, if we submit ourselves to God, He will direct our paths and be a perfect guide for our lives.