How do you boldly proclaim a promise to others, when it doesn’t quite meet your own expectations?
The promise of the Messiah had anchored Israel’s hope for many generations. Through their ups and downs, they held to the belief that one day, the chosen one would come and change their fortunes forever.
They expected a king.
They expected a ruler.
They expected a warrior.
They expected someone who could grant them the glory they deserved.
But few had ever really wrapped their minds around a baby...