deeperthanyesterday

** Architecture, see footnote 3.      When God in human flesh came into this world we live in, he was not born in a palace but in a manger. The creator of the universe and the most powerful of all decided to introduce himself in a manger. He could've been presented as someone in a palace or a king's son but he didn't. He was not aiming for power or position in the world's eyes. It is interesting to know that they " placed him in a manger because there was no guest room available for  [him]". 1      I wonder if the people during that time knew that he was the God in human flesh and the one who had been prophesied to be the savior of the world will they give him special treatment and reserve a room for him?       Learning the concept of multi-verse, now what if there was a parallel universe where Jesus had been born in the most luxurious place and had been given special treatment. Even without a parallel universe we can always give th...

     ** Architecture, see footnote 3.      People are excited every Christmas or (Holiday) season. It is the time of the year when people go to the malls to buy gifts for their loved ones. I like parties, gift-giving, and just being with the companion of old and new friends. Every person has their own reason to be excited about the season. The reason for excitement, at least in my opinion, recorded in the bible is written in Matthew 2.      The wise men genuinely seek Jesus, but King Herod doesn't. King Herod's intention is superficial and deceptive. 1  "Go and search diligently for the child, and when you have found him, bring me word, that I too may come and worship him." - Matthew 2:8 2      Among all the reasons, motivations, and intentions of celebration. Let us remember and imitate the wise men to worship Jesus. One of the ways of worshipping Jesus is giving him our best, the wise men exemplified that through giving ...