THE BIRTH OF JESUS FORETOLD
Keywords 1:31
You will be with child and
give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus.
1.
Mary is chosen to give birth to the Messiah (26-33)
In the sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancy, the angel Gabriel
appears to a country damsel named Mary, who is pledged to be married to Joseph.
The angel says, “Greetings, you who are highly favoured!” Mary is afraid of his
words. Her dream is set with Joseph; she doesn’t want any other favour. Gabriel
tells her not to be afraid and assures her that she is greatly favoured to be
chosen as the mother of Jesus, the promised Messiah, the Son of God, whose
kingdom is forever. God’s salvation plan is so much better than our own dream
and truly fulfills our hopes.
2. Mary accepts God’s will for her
(34-38)
Mary asks Gabriel how this could scientifically happen since she
is a virgin. He explains to her how the Holy Spirit would overpower her, she
would conceive, and she would give birth to the Son of God. Elizabeth’s
pregnancy is evidence that nothing is impossible with God. By faith, Mary
accepts God’s will for her, and the angel leaves her.
Prayer Lord, help me to see how much greater your favour and will is
for my life and accept your plan by faith.
One Word May it be to me as you have said
No comments:
Post a Comment