It’s early to be playing Christmas hymns, but Linda asked for this and how could I say no?–The Christmas Guest, by Grandpa Jones.
A funny thing happened to me while I was listening to this. A certain passage in Zechariah came to mind, and my eyes filled up with tears–tears of joy and relief.
Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion; shout, O daughter of Jerusalem; behold, thy King cometh unto thee: he is just, and having salvation; lowly, and riding upon an ass, and upon a colt the foal of an ass. –Zechariah 9:9
Thank you so much, Lee. My family and I listen to this several times throughout the season and now my daughters never fail to listen to it with their children. c As always, I’m brought to tears by this – as you said, tears of joy and comfort.
I have heard the Conrad story in many different versions – this is a good one. Peace on earth and good will to men.”
Thank you for a very touching presentation.