The common people heard Jesus gladly. This, we read in Mark 12:37. These words should come as no surprise for the Savior said that “the last shall be first” (Matthew 19:30, 20:16). He also said, “Blessed are the poor in spirit for theirs is the Kingdom of God” (Matthew 5:3)....

Lowly, small — that’s how Jesus came. Yes, a Star did shine. A host of angels sang praises to His glory. There were those moments of fanfare for sure. Mostly, however, Heaven came and reached down to the very bottom of things. Away in a manger, asleep on the hay,...