We were expecting a special guest, royalty, a coming King
Receiving instead a humble visitor clothed in frail humanity
We were expecting a conqueror and a warrior
Receiving instead someone who would conquer our sins
We were expecting a royal court
Receiving instead the brays of donkeys and the company of shepherds
We were expecting a royal pedigree
Receiving instead a line that included prostitutes, adulterers, gentiles, and evil kings
We were expecting a great light
Receiving instead a light that we are to share and to shine
We were expecting an example of boldness and charisma
Receiving instead an example of meekness and humility
Thank you O Lord for teaching us your plans are better than our expectations
And help us, God, to shine Your Kingdom’s light in this dark world
