Page 2 of 2You trudge on. Through the pines. Hands in pockets. You round the corner to the garage door. But you are halted in your tracks by the small crowd that has gathered. "Hey buddy, watch where you're going," one of the Magi mutters. Pushing through the sheep, you peer into the garage.
Nestled amid the Olds '88, the canoe, and Mike's Kawasaki, is a tired St. Joseph who gives you a wink, and Mother Mary who smiles, beckoning you closer to the Christ Child. But you have no gold, or frankincense, or myrrh. Savings bonds and $100 bills aren't accepted here. All you have is your hat-in-hand. One of the shepherds nudges you forward, "What are you waiting for?" God's good joke is on you. Mercy and grace. Who could have guessed? And, you laugh your good laugh as you bow down before the Christ.
Amen. And amen.
Reprinted with permission from Wisconsin, River of Grace. To read more from Kyle White and to order his book, go to www.kyleLwhite.blogspot.com.
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