Collective Church Podcast The Shockingly Domestic
Dec 2, 2024
Dive into the contrast between materialism and the simplicity of Christmas through a young girl's eyes. Discover the profound humility of Christ’s incarnation and its transformative impact on believers. Embrace the beauty of ordinary life amidst ambitious pursuits, recognizing that small actions can embody powerful faith. Redefine hospitality by understanding the cultural context around Jesus’ birth, learning to offer more than just the bare minimum. Finally, explore the joy of surrendering to faith, inspired by the shepherds' humble response to divine news.
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The Nativity Drawing
- A little girl drew the nativity scene, emphasizing Jesus's humble birth.
- Her teacher questioned the absence of royal symbols, highlighting the shockingly domestic nature of Christmas.
Christmas Magnetism
- Christmas's magnetism persists even in a post-Christian society.
- This suggests a deep human longing for something beyond the natural, especially at the end of the year.
God's Vulnerability
- The incarnation is shockingly domestic; God engaged with us on naturalistic terms.
- Jesus experienced human needs, vulnerabilities, and limitations.