Every Christmas we decorate our home with nativity scenes from around the world We have a German nativity pyramid a manager scene fashioned out of olive wood from Bethlehem and a brightly colored Mexican folk version Our family favorite is a whimsical entry from Africa Instead of the more traditional sheep and camels a hippopotamus gazes contently at the baby Jesus The unique cultural perspective brought to life in these nativity scenes warms my heart as I ponder each beautiful reminder that Jesus rsquo s birth was not just for one nation or culture It is good news for the [... more]