It didn't have to be this way; Jesus could have been born to a virgin princess locked in a tower, whose chastity could never be questioned—or to a modern girl with DNA proof. God chose this instead. Why share our shame from the beginning? Perhaps because Jesus came to rescue us from all sin and shame—and how better than to start from the beginning?This is the love that Jesus has for us—that He came to be with us in our broken lives, and to take away our shame forever, through His death and resurrection. Because we belong to Him, we need never worry about how God looks at us. Jesus is our peace and forgiveness forever.WE PRAY: Lord, thank You for coming to me, just as I am. Amen.Reflection Questions:* Why does Jesus care so little about His reputation?* Name another time when you see Him showing love and not caring about the shame it brings to Him.* How do you feel about Him, to know He cares that much for you?Advent Devotions were written by Dr. Kari Vo.