Joseph's eyes fixate
on his expectant fiancée.
Approvingly, he beholds
his radiant love whose
sun-kissed cheeks,
sparkling brown eyes,
and soft smile reveal
her inner bliss as the
mother of God's Son.
Basking in contentment,
Joseph's mind momentarily
escapes the disdain and
criticism of his peers due
to their perceived "immoral
behavior." His focus now
is on the welfare of his
future wife and baby.
The impending trip to
Bethlehem to register
for the Roman census and the
subsequent taxes haunts him.
Mary's delicate condition
is threatened by this
dangerous expedition.
Prayerfully, Joseph entrusts
his family's fate to his
protective, heavenly Father.
Stoically, he leads a donkey,
with Mary astride, as they
embark upon a journey of faith.
Fulfilling God's purposes for
our lives is not always easy;
however, we can always trust
His sovereign presence
and abiding love.
