Day 39 - Christmas Program "Walk with Christ"

Last night I had the privilege of attending a Christmas Program at Church.
I was not feeling well and almost did not go. I am so very glad I made myself go because I would have missed out on the most beautiful program ever.

The program was entitled "Walk with Christ."

The first stop was at Bethlehem, in front of the manger. As we stood there, we could smell the hay, and see and hear a group of angels sing "When Joseph Came to Bethlehem." These angels were our some of our primary girls, all dressed in white and smiling as they sang for us.

Our walk continued along the hallway. The walls had pictures of the Savior during His life; they showed Him at the Temple with the Priests, with the multitude as He preached, healing the sick, raising the dead, and performing other miracles.

The next stop was in Jerusalem, in the room where the Last Supper took place.
The table was adorned with pottery, cups, plates, and food. The scriptural account of the event was playing in the background. You could smell the bread and as you listened to the words spoken, you could visualize the Savior breaking the bread and giving it to His disciples. In a corner, stood a stool and a wooden bowl with water and a towel. Next to them, a pair of sandals. The Savior showed us by example how we should serve others.

We then went to the Garden of Gethsemane. You could smell the trees and feel the sadness of what happened there. To read the words spoken by the Savior to His disciples first and to His Father next was very touching. He was all alone as He took upon Himself all the sins and sufferings of mankind that we might not have to suffer, if we choose to follow Him.

Then the Golgotha, right outside of Jerusalem. A crown of thorns placed on a wooden beam. A purple robe, a bowl with vinegar and a cloth, and a hammer along with long thick nails completed the scene. We read the accounts of the crucifixion. I cannot even imagine the pain He went through; yet, the pain in the Garden of Gethsemane was even greater.

Our walk ended at the tomb. We first read the account of the resurrection. We then saw the open tomb and a white cloth neatly folded. When we cast our eyes to the right of the tomb, what a great message we were given: "He lives."

The experience of this walk was amazing. I felt as if I truly were there along side the Savior. I want to bear my testimony about our Savior. I know He came to earth a man to show us the way. I know He suffered for our sins and sorrows that we might find forgiveness and peace. I know He died that He might then resurrect and provide resurrection for us.

I am truly grateful to all those who put together this great program.
As a believer, my testimony of the Savior grew stronger.
If I had been an unbeliever, I would have left questioning my unbelief.