Our new series begins by looking at how ghosts (memories) of offense can really mess with our Christmas celebrations. When was the last time someone, maybe a family member, totally offended you and they didn't even realize it? When have you offended someone without knowing it?
Mary, the mother of Jesus, Joseph, and a few others had to come to terms with what to do with offenses. Those offense could either be released or rehearsed for what could turn into a lifetime. Fortunately for them, and for us, they released them. In releasing them, they were released. We too can have the same experience, for life is just too short and difference-making is too critical to live an offended life.
