Jason King
Minister
From The Office
21/12/2025
The Lyrics from the popular Christmas Carol O Little Town of Bethlehem read: “The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight…”
The “…hopes and fears…” cast an interesting reflection worth meditating on. This incredible, world-changing event happening in this small seemingly insignificant town in the middle of nowhere brings meaning to our hopes and our fears.
Having our hopes met in the coming of “God among us” puts all other hopes in perspective. The Car, the job, the holiday all may have a special place, but are unfulfilling in comparison to knowing and being known by Jesus, our maker.
Likewise, having our fears met in Him, bring a sense of comfort to our lives as our fears, while very real for us today, have no real, lasting power over us when we consider the fullness of the kingdom to come with no more fears and pain.
What hopes and fears do you need to re-prioritise in light of the coming of Jesus (1st and 2nd coming) this Christmas?
Ngā mihi nui (Warm Regards)
Jas
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