Dec. 24, 2009 — That's Christmas

Once upon a time, a king fell in love with a maid. How to declare his love? Unable to answer it, he called the wise people of his kingdom, and they responded, "Sire, nothing could be easier.  Your majesty has but to appear in all your glory before the humble maid, and instantly she will fall at your feet and be yours."

But it was precisely that thought which so troubled the king. In return for his love, he wanted hers, not fear that would lead to her submission. 

So night after night the king paced the floor of his palace pondering, until at last he saw love’s truth. Late one night, the king left the palace and appeared before the humble maid dressed in the garb of a servant.

That’s Christmas.

I'm Sid Batts from First Presbyterian Church in downtown Greensboro, fpcgreensboro.org.