We tend to think this is an ancient fish tale. But the truth is, It’s still plenty relevant in 2025. Because the consumption narrative is alive and well. The lure of the big catch is still irresistible.
Table Reflections
There’s a day coming… when we will see the big picture, when things will be revealed, when this will all make sense. And we will see what our part in it was – the part that we, fully known and created for such a time as this, played in bringing God’s kingdom into being.
Good News
“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to set free those who are oppressed, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.”
Jesus and Mary
I’m so proud. So proud to be his Mom. So thankful that the angel came to me and shook up my life and my plans all those years ago. Because Jesus really is the one – the Son of the Most High, with a kingdom that never ends.
Reflections
So hear this from me: You are an incredible gift from God – the God who spoke the whole world into being. And God – the God of space and time, past and future – God has amazing plans for your life.
Following the Star
The star led them to a humble home in an ordinary part of the city. Inside they found an ordinary couple, with an extraordinary child. All it once it hit them: God’s realm will not look like Rome’s. God will dwell among God’s people, people who live in ordinary places and do ordinary things. And God will come into the world with all the innocence and humility of a child.