Christmas in July.
My special needs son has the cutest rhyming Bible, that always summarizes the stories in an entertaining, rhyming way. We read a story every night before he goes to bed, and trust me, he won’t let me forget.
One night, we read the story about the angels appearing to the shepherds in their fields. Here is an excerpt we read from The Rhyme Bible Storybook:
The Shepherds
Late one night,
One quiet night,
Some shepherds sat
By the flickering light
When all of a sudden…
They saw something BRIGHT!
“What is it?” they cried
As they tried to hide,
For it gave them such
A terrible fright!
But then they heard
An angel say,
“Don’t be afraid,
For on this day
A baby was born
On a bed of hay.
And even though
He is so small,
This baby is
The King of all!”
The shepherds heard
A wonderful sound---
Angels were singing
All around:
“Glory to God!”
They sang, and then,
“Peace on Earth,
Good will to men!”
Then angels suddenly
Went away,
And with them went
The light of day.
Once again
The night was still,
And moonlight shone
On every hill.
The shepherds quickly
Ran with joy
To find this very
Special boy!
At last they found
Where the baby lay---
Fast asleep
Upon the hay!
Talk about your full service church! Church brought to your doorstep is always nice…but, it isn’t usually possible.
The Shepherds
Late one night,
One quiet night,
Some shepherds sat
By the flickering light
When all of a sudden…
They saw something BRIGHT!
“What is it?” they cried
As they tried to hide,
For it gave them such
A terrible fright!
But then they heard
An angel say,
“Don’t be afraid,
For on this day
A baby was born
On a bed of hay.
And even though
He is so small,
This baby is
The King of all!”
The shepherds heard
A wonderful sound---
Angels were singing
All around:
“Glory to God!”
They sang, and then,
“Peace on Earth,
Good will to men!”
Then angels suddenly
Went away,
And with them went
The light of day.
Once again
The night was still,
And moonlight shone
On every hill.
The shepherds quickly
Ran with joy
To find this very
Special boy!
At last they found
Where the baby lay---
Fast asleep
Upon the hay!
Talk about your full service church! Church brought to your doorstep is always nice…but, it isn’t usually possible.
Years ago, there was a spoof video spreading over the Internet revealing the real reasons pastors are missing church. It included daily life issues like working or caring for a fussy baby, etc.
Obviously, people cannot just make it to church for many reasons. Whether it is because of health, behavior, or a lack of accommodations for our children, it happens to all special needs parents.
But, does that mean we "fell from God?"
Obviously not.
The REAL question is are we listening to the Spirit of God?
In the days before the Internet, we had to go to the building in order to have church, and connections to the Body of Christ. That is, unless they sought us out. Now we are in the modern age;) where electronic connections bring us ears to hear the Holy Spirit.
We can download Bible apps on our phones or programs on our computer. We can watch the Twitter stream, #Jesustweeters and observe the collective words of Christians come together in one message.
You can even read blogs like this one, which I hope points you to the Lord. You find online support as you care for your child and your family, delivered right to your own home!
Although a little corny, it is a reminder that God is everywhere; the Spirit is our deposit. He speaks online and in person to each individual as the He chooses.
Although a little corny, it is a reminder that God is everywhere; the Spirit is our deposit. He speaks online and in person to each individual as the He chooses.
We all have seasons and the Lord holds us up whether or not we actually, physically attend church.
If you are there, don't sweat it! He's got this!
In His grip~ Kim
Originally published on 7/10/2011
