Re:Verse passage – Luke 2:21-38 (day five)
The Luke narrative gives us a few glimpses into the context and culture of Jesus’ earthly family. What we learn and see early on (particularly in our Re:Verse text this week) is that even though poor (sacrifice of turtledoves or pigeons), Mary and Joseph were righteous and faithful. No excuses. They did what the law instructed. There’s a lesson here for parents, future parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles. Our regular rhythms and practices express our faith maybe more than any speech or sermon ever could. Reading/Studying the Scriptures. Worshipping. Serving others. Intentional Community.
My son learned this lesson from my dad (grandparent). Just days after mom died he asked Marshall to go to church with him (Bible Study and Worship). When Marshall questioned “why,” so close to this traumatic event (thinking maybe one Sunday off would be a good idea), my dad adamantly responded, “We go to church because that’s who we are and that’s what we do.” Sometimes lessons like these are caught more than taught. Marshall still tells this story.
This Advent Season, may we be mindful to teach and model regular rhythms and habits. Others are watching and learning (especially children and grandchildren) and will learn what matters most to us.
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