merry christmas

the sweetness of our christmas with my parents still lingers around here in our home, despite the sting of saying another goodbye. realizing goodbyes do not get easier with time contrary to what some may say. as i have meditated on the incarnation this week, i have been really blessed by the old hymn, "down from His glory." i marvel at the fact that our King left His home (heaven of all places) to take on flesh and dwell among us. to give us hope. to give us life.


Down from His Glory


Down from His glory, ever living story,
My God and Savior came, and Jesus was His name.
Born in a manger to His own a stranger,
A man of sorrows tears and agony

(Chorus)
Oh how I love Him! How I adore Him!
My breath, my sunshine, my all in all!
The great Creator became my Savior,
And all God's fullness dwelleth in Him!

What condescension, bringing us redemption,
That in the dead of night, not one faint hope in sight,
God gracious, tender laid aside His splendor,
Stooping to woo, to win, to save my soul!

Without reluctance, flesh and blood His substance,
He took the form of man, revealed the hidden plan;
O glorious myst'ry sacrifice of Calv'ry!
And now I know He is the great "I AM"!

we had an amazing week together. so precious. so fun. tons more pictures to come. what a gift to have christmas with my pa and ma. love them so much.