YOU WHO ARE HIGHLY FAVOURED

 

YOU WHO ARE HIGHLY FAVOURED

Passage: Luke 1:26-38

Key verse: 38

 

1. You have found favor with God (26-38)

God sent his angel Gabriel to Mary, a virgin pledged to be married to Joseph.

They were in the midst of marriage preparations and preparing for their future

home. Gabriel’s greeting, “You who are highly favored,” troubled Mary because

she knew God’s grace was often a costly blessing. The angel explained that she

would give birth to a son, Jesus. He would be great, the Son of the Most High. He

would be a descendant of David and his kingdom would never end.

 

2. I am the Lord’s servant (34-38)

Mary asked a question. She wanted to know how she could bear a son in her

situation. The angel explained the powerful work of the Holy Spirit. Even Elizabeth

would bear a son in her old age, for nothing is impossible with God. Mary trusted

God. It was too great a calling, but she was willing to accept it by faith despite the

personal sacrifice.

 

Prayer Lord, thank you for your favor. Help me accept your costly grace upon my

life, and use me for your great salvation plan.

One Word I am the Lord’s servant!