Daily Readings (Page 291)

God chose Mary as most unlikely candidate for the most important and demanding act of obedience to  be a part of His salvation plan. May we learn not to limit God’s choice, for He can use us if we trust Him.

Mary willingly obeyed and served God even though she could not fully comprehend the situation. Are you also willing to offer your life to God without waiting to see the bottom line ?

Angel Gabriel appeared to Zacharias and Mary to bring to them important messages from God. May we reflect upon the encouragement and reminders that God gave it to us through different people in our lives.

Why is the Virgin Birth important to the Christian faith?  How do you see Jesus’ role in reconciling us to God?

Elizabeth’s childlessness probably caused her much anguish.  Thus her pregnancy must have also brought a sense of gratitude which she now has time to reflect on and be grateful.  Take some moments to reflect on the things you are grateful to God for.

God chose Mary as most unlikely candidate for the most important and demanding act of obedience to  be a part of His salvation plan. May we learn not to limit God’s choice, for He can use us if we trust Him.

The angel Gabriel is a faithful servant of the Lord who stood in God’s presence.  Let us learn from him to be able to stand confidently in God’s presence and execute God’s decree faithfully.

Angel Gabriel appeared to Zacharias and Mary to bring to them important messages from God. May we reflect upon the encouragement and reminders that God gave it to us through different people in our lives.

God chose and called us to serve Him and will always prepare us so that we may accomplish what He desires. For what purpose is God equipping you in your life and ministry?

\”Do not be afraid… your prayer has been heard,\” are words we would love to hear.  Yet, in order to hear them, we have to be praying first.