When King Solomon wanted to construct a temple for the Lord, he was overwhelmed by the knowledge that he could never make one that would be fully adequate. In awe he exclaimed, "Who is able to build Him a temple, since heaven and the heaven of heavens cannot contain Him?" (2 Chr. 2:6).
The answer to the king's question is found in God Himself. Centuries after Solomon built a temple for the Lord, God prepared an earthly home for Himself through the miracle of Jesus' birth (Heb. 10:5).
I thought of this miracle when my family and I visited a museum. On display was an unforgettable exhibit tracing the development of a human being through its various stages. The final part of the display, showing several full-term babies, captured the interest of most of the spectators.
It was the earliest stage, however, that left the most profound impression on me. I marveled that the God of heaven would condescend to dwell among us and begin His earthly existence as a tiny cell in the womb of a virgin. My heart overflowed with praise as I realized how much He loves us, and how He humbled Himself to save us.
Praise God that He came to us in Jesus, His Son! — Henry G. Bosch
Heaven's arches rang when the angels sang,
Proclaiming Thy royal degree;
But of lowly birth didst Thou come to earth
And in greatest humility. --Elliott
God made His home with us that we might make our home with God.