The song, "Some Children," is quietly playing as we unpack the nativities we've collected from around the world. We begin comparing … the white bisque origami set reminds of a lily-white Jesus. The clay Bethlehem pieces remind us of a bronzed and brown Jesus. The eyes of those from China, Kazakhstan, Thailand, and Korea remind us of an almond-eyed Jesus. And the ebony set from Kenya reminds us of a "dark as they" Jesus.
As we arrange them, I think about those who saw Jesus as a baby. Awestruck, yes! Speechless, no way! The shepherds told everyone they met! Simeon's and Anna's words praised God for this special child! So, how can you and I be silent as we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior?