I have thought all month about "Condescension" . I thought of how our Savior Jesus Christ came to earth as a baby. Our God, our King... a helpless baby, born in the lowliest of places on earth. In a stable with the stink and smells of animals. No heat, no fans, not even a pillow, put in a manger that is generally used as an eating trough.
He volunteered to do that, so when we are cold and homeless and uncomfortable, He knows how to succor us!
He subjected Himself to ridicule, beatings, hatred, anger, moking, and even death so that He could understand our grief, our sorrow, our tears and humiliation and can perfectly comfort us.
I am humbled more than I have words to express!
I've felt a bit (ok-a lot) indignant when I feel like people just don't treat me fairly, or when someone judges me without even knowing me, or when someone who should care-doesn't. Then in my mind comes this voice, "I have suffered more, are you greater than Me?" The answer of course is a resounding, No! I have to bow my head and ask for forgiveness and for help in doing better.
I want to be an ambassador for God! I want to love people like He did even though I run short.
Joe and I are on vacation in Scotland for Christmas. We have worked so hard every single day, and I just wanted- no, needed a break. We got on a train and I didn't really want to talk to anyone. But this little 6 year old girl from Bahrain sat across from me with her big brown eyes and I had to! I found out she is in the fight for her life fighting a rare blood disease, worse than leukemia! Her mom asked if I would pray for her. Of course I would, and did, and do! By the way her name is Alreem as .
When we got to Scotland, Joe and I went on a 12 hour tour-2 days in a row! We were going to cancel today's, but I thought someone needed to meet us. Sure enough, we met a mom and daughter from China. I know we were supposed to meet. It's like we've known them forever! We are going to meet up and they invited us to visit China! Our hearts are full and we are so grateful to be where our Heavenly Father wants us to be!
I guess, my message today is to think about our Savior Jesus Christ, what He went through and give it your all to help others, to endure hardships, and to turn the other cheek. And to put Him first, our brothers and sisters next and us after!
We love you so much and hope you have a beautiful Christmas!
All our love!
Elder and Sister Smith
Such a great thought! I definitely feel like I need that reminder. I hope that your trip is so much fun, although it looks like I don't need to hope much after seeing all the fun videos and photos. Love you so much and miss you!
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