Chapter 4: The Stranger at the Table
A Christmas Dinner Unlike Any Other
When Zachery is invited into the Reid household, the atmosphere shifts. The family, still carrying the weight of grief from their recent loss, isn’t sure what to make of this stranger. Yet as the meal unfolds, his presence brings both comfort and unease like a mirror reflecting back their own struggles.
Themes That Resonate
Healing through connection – Even in grief, shared meals and conversations can restore hope.
The mystery of God’s messengers – Strangers often carry wisdom or encouragement beyond what we expect.
Family and forgiveness – Christmas becomes a setting where hearts can open again.
Why It Matters Today
This chapter highlights how God sometimes uses unexpected people to speak into our lives. In opening our homes, we may also open our hearts to healing and new beginnings.
Reflection Question:
If you had an unexpected guest at your Christmas dinner, how would you welcome them? What lessons might they bring to your table?