Christmas Reflections - The Hidden Way

My affinity for quoting Henri Nouwen is evident in my weekly posts and as we enter this first Christmas season after the accident, I am even more blessed by his insights during this time of heightened introspection, reflection, wonder and awe at the miracle we live each day. This brief passage spoke to me deeply today:

“It is hard to believe that God would reveal his divine presence to us in the self-emptying, humble way of the man from Nazareth. So much in me seeks influence, power, success, and popularity. But the way of Jesus is the way of hiddenness, powerlessness, and littleness. It does not seem a very appealing way. Yet when I enter into true, deep communion with Jesus, I will find that it is this small way that leads to real peace and joy.”

Henri Nouwen - The Road to Daybreak