Messiah page 2

 Messiah page 2 by ric gustafson

Jesus and Mary walked up to the house. Amid the bright lights and the merry noise, a young man came out. He greeted them. His name was David. He was the bridegroom. He led them to the torch lit courtyard. A woman was conferring with the musicians. She smiled as Jesus and Mary walked up to them.

" Mary, where have you been?". Deborah frowned. " And Jesus". She gave them both a hug. " Your cousin Lydia misses you so".

Jesus glanced around. " And where is my little sister Leah?".

" She's helping prepare the food". Deborah's voice hesitated. " Hopefully there will be enough". She began to cry.

" Don't worry". Mary tried to console her. " People will eat before they come".

Deborah began crying again. " I just hope the wine holds out".

Mary smiled. " I'm sure it will be".

" Oh Jesus". Deborah wiped tears from her eyes. " Some of your friends are here".

" Did David invite them to stop and congradulate the new bride and groom?".

" Yes, he did".

" Mother, I am going to go and greet my new friends".

" Ok".

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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric