FRIDAY December 15, 2023
Submission to God’s Will
“Now indeed, Elizabeth your relative has also conceived a son in her old age; and this is now the sixth month for her who was called barren. For with God nothing will be impossible.” Then Mary said, “Behold the maidservant of the Lord! Let it be to me according to your word.”
Luke 1:36-38
The angel Gabriel revealed something that would greatly encourage Mary. Elizabeth, her relative, who was unable to have a child, through the power of God, experienced the impossible. Although elderly, she was pregnant! God had already moved and accomplished the impossible in Elizabeth’s life; He would continue to move and do an even greater miracle in Mary’s life.
Mary’s reaction to the angel’s message revealed her heart of faith. She delighted to do the will of God. Moved by faith, she willingly agreed to be used by the Lord to be the mother of Jesus. She made herself available and fully submitted herself to God’s plan. As a virgin, she was overshadowed by the Holy Spirit and conceived the Son of God in her womb.
God has a plan and purpose for each of our lives. Sadly, if you do not know Christ, then you will remain unaware of His plans for your life. Are you curious about what those plans might be? The Bible tells us: “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future” (Jeremiah 29:11 NIV).
This Christmas season, why not give up your old life of sin and take hold of the new life God has planned for you? Exchange your sorrow for joy in finding delight in doing God’s will. Submit yourself to whatever God’s plan is for your life. Understand that whatever God has planned for your life is far greater than you could have ever imagined.
Faith, mighty faith, the promise sees, and looks to God alone; laughs at impossibilities, and cries it shall be done.
~Charles Wesley~
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