---THE WORD MADE FLESH~~

"And the Word became flesh, and dwelt among us, and we saw His glory, glory as of the only begotten from the Father, full of grace and truth."
---(JOHN 1:4)-

~~We hadn't known Erin and Peter very long when they invited us to their house for dinner. We were surprised to discover that they lived in one of Nashville's grand old homes. Every room was impressive, but when Erin ushered us into the dining room I was astonished, by the dazzling chandelier that set the entire room ablaze.

"Oh my goodness!" I gasped. "That's the most gorgeous thing I've ever seen!"
Erin looked at me, surprised. "You like the chandelier?"

"I love it!"
"Do you want it?"
I was struck mute.
"It's just not our style," Erin continued. "We've already bought a replacement. We have an electrician coming next week to install it."

"Oh no," I answered, "I couldn't take take it."
"I'd like to give it to you," she said. "Why don't you think about it?

As we drove home, I talked it over with David.
"Why don't you take it?" he said. "Erin is showing great kindness in offering you such a lavish gift. Are you being a little prideful?"
He had a point. Why did I feel embarrassed when Erin offered me the chandelier? How would I feel if I offered someone a gift, no matter how big or small, and she refused to take it?

Finally, I found myself dialing Erin's number. Peter answered. I swallowed hard. "Peter, Erin offered me your chandelier. I would love to have it...if...you're sure... "

"Great!" Peter answered. "Erin will be so happy. We'll both be happy, Pam."
These days, one of my favorite things is to get up early, grab a cup of coffee, and sit in my blue chair in the living room. From there I have a full view of the dining room and the most beautiful chandelier I have ever laid eyes on. On top of my coffee table is the Word of God, full of grace and truth. ~~
--Guideposts/MJC
--"This Is Amazing Grace"(lyric video)//Phil Wickham //<https://youtu.be/zPQKj2Zptr0>
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