Station Six, Gabriel Visits Joseph in a Dream

Gabriel Visits Joseph in a Dream - 31210 Roberta Dr.  Bay Village, OH 44140

Song - "Joseph Dearest, Joseph Mine" by The Westminster Choir

The Dream of St. Joseph by Luca Giordano

When his mother Mary was betrothed to Joseph, but before they lived together, she was found with child through the holy Spirit.  Joseph her husband, since he was a righteous man, yet unwilling to expose her to shame, decided to divorce her quietly.  Such was his intention when, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said,"Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary your wife into your home.  For it is through the holy Spirit that this child has been conceived in her.  She will bear a son and you are to name him Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins." ...When Joseph awoke, he did as the angel of the Lord had commanded him and took his wife into his home.    Matthew 1:18b-24

Prayer

Father, like Joseph, I'm afraid.  I'm afraid that my faith in you may expose myself to public ridicule.  I'm afraid of what others will think or say about me.  I'm anxious about the trials and difficulties in this life.  Grant to me the strong faith that Joseph had.  Help me to be strong for those around me that are weak and need protection.