Good morning on this December 20 th, 2023 5 Days before Christmas (Blog #4 of our 3rd week of Advent)
An Irish tradition during Christmastide, was placing candles in the window during persecution, inviting those who would find a safe haven to worship. When asked about this custom the reply was “The lights were an invitation for Joseph and Mary to stay the night!
A candle in the window burns in the eve, as I knock faintly then turn to leave. Then I hear the handle turn and a voice invites me in and guides me to a room. There are pictures on the wall almost as if they are of me, from a small child to a girl who is now grown and tall.
Even though the way may be dark – unable to find our way!
Another door opens slowly, and as I peer in, there is a room so grand with an hour glass of passing sand. A chair sits in the middle and I take a seat, as a kind gentle Man beckons me to come with a candle in His hand, explaining to me – “When you were weary and could not find your way, your path was dark and you were sure you were lost, your candle with only a flickering flame – I was always there to lead you – To remind you on this Christmas Day” 🕯 🕯 🕯 🕯
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