When the time was right

Was it the right time?
For Jesus to arrive?

Prophecies agreed it was

This was the set time

The time had fully come.

And God sent Jesus

Captivity and exile were over

It was time to rebuild and settle

There had been silence

It was time for something new

It was time for the Messiah
Although not everyone heard
Or understood
Or recognised him
Or accepted him
This was the Messiah 
The one they had waited for

Still, expectation hung in the air

Freedom was on the horizon

Darkness was covering the land

Eagerly awaiting answers

For light to dispel darkness

The place was ready for good news

With one tongue to spread it far

A message of love desperately needed

An empty desperation hung thick in the air

Waiting for light and truth

God is always intentional

He's always deliberate

His planning perfectly executed

History was on the move

The seed was on the way

Growth was taking place

There was growing expectation

All prophecies are fulfilled in Jesus

Every detail in place

The time was now

For the King of heaven to come down

The lamb of God

Everything coming together

The set time had fully come

Jesus came
As a tiny baby
A baby?
Was this really the Saviour?
To save the world?
Yes, this was God's way
God's perfect answer
Wrapped in cloths

The light and hope lit up the sky
Shepherds were the first to see

He lit up the darkness

Good news for all

The chance for peace

For Shalom

Hope was born in the manger
Love had come down
Love was living with us
Humility on display
Always approachable

He's in the details of our lives too

Every detail

He’s intentional with us

Be encouraged

Find your comfort and rest in him

Seasons come and go

There’s preparation

And then there’s fulfillment

Don’t miss out

Keep your eyes open

Wait on him

Waiting can be hard

It can be uncomfortable
His presence is close

 Joy is always on the way

Pregnant with hope

Life and light

Be faithful in your waiting

Keep on hoping

Don’t give up

He's coming back
He keeps our hope alive

The trumpet will sound

Loud and clear
Everyone will hear
Everyone will see
Everyone will know
Our reigning King

But first,
There are things to do

To bring heaven to earth

The time is always now

Carry the struggle and pain now

Look after those who need love and care now

Triumph is on the way

Jesus our King will return

What a day of rejoicing that will be

Let’s keep busy with the things of his kingdom.

Artwork by Evelien Burger
Poetry based on the Christmas morning message at Lighthouse Family Church