This is so lovely--and challenging, too; it makes the reality of Jesus's birth so much more vivid than our little "manger scenes", cherished as they are, and the idea of being a midwife to the birth of Love in our world is a huge job! I have a neighbor who's a doula, and I see from posts on her Facebook page the love and joy with which she is *present* with her clients, and how deeply they appreciate her help in bringing their children into the world. Presence is a gift midwives offer--thank you for reminding us that in all the hectic mess of decorating and gift-wrapping, if we are going to be Jesus's midwives, we need to be *present* to those around us. Christmas blessings a few days early!
Love the idea of being a midwife. This is a beautiful analogy as we strive to birth our continued journey with Christ and encourage others to journey with us.
Thank you … I love the thought of being Gods midwife. Thank you for all your podcasts this year.
Have a fab Christmas
Thanks, Jacqui! Merry Christmas!
This is so lovely--and challenging, too; it makes the reality of Jesus's birth so much more vivid than our little "manger scenes", cherished as they are, and the idea of being a midwife to the birth of Love in our world is a huge job! I have a neighbor who's a doula, and I see from posts on her Facebook page the love and joy with which she is *present* with her clients, and how deeply they appreciate her help in bringing their children into the world. Presence is a gift midwives offer--thank you for reminding us that in all the hectic mess of decorating and gift-wrapping, if we are going to be Jesus's midwives, we need to be *present* to those around us. Christmas blessings a few days early!
Thanks for thoughtful reply, Mary! And Christmas blessings to you too
I liked this, I found it very interesting
Thanks so much, Aussie Jo! Christmas blessings
Love the idea of being a midwife. This is a beautiful analogy as we strive to birth our continued journey with Christ and encourage others to journey with us.
Thanks, Tina! Merry Christmas
First time I have heard about the journey with family. Then the "family" room which was standard. I like your version. Thanks
Thanks, George! Blessed Advent and Merry Christmas