a once in a lifetime moment
to stand before the Lord
bringing the sacrifice
He had carried into
that
holy place his own
longings – unspoken to any
but Elizabeth – who shared
them at a deeper level than
even he.
His service was
interrupted
by great good news
His prayers were answered!
His longing fulfilled!
His dream come true!
Perhaps long
longing made
it impossible to receive
without the incredulous
questioning of an
imperious angel – who
brought something a little
extra. Silence. A long silence.
He could not speak
his joy
because he had not spoken
his gratitude.
Joy muted is still
joy
but it is not the same
Joy is meant to be
shared
sung – laughed – wept
His was kept silent.
He was unable to
enter fully
into his joy
His joy
kept out by
silence when
thanksgiving
provided entrance.
Thanks Bill!
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