A short message from Mary’s story, by host Jodie Chiricosta.
Key Thoughts and Scriptures from Mary’s Story:
Mary had a promise from God.
What happens when a promise arrives?
- When Joseph took charge in Egypt there was a lot of work to be done!
- Just as Moses was called to free the Israelites, he had to face down Pharaoh and all his armies.
- When the Israelites joyfully left Egypt, they had a long walk ahead of them.
- When Jesus was born, Mary had to feed, change, bathe and care for his every need.
A promise fulfilled by God will change your life, and likely give you added responsibility.
Here are 5 key’s from Mary’s story to help you prepare:
- Lay down our expectations of the promise we are waiting for, so we don’t misread it, or miss it all together.
- Get ready to work! When the waiting is over, things get busy.
Once Jesus was born – Mary had a lot of work to do! Her job, her role wasn’t over when her promise came – that is when life got busy!
- Treasure the moments and all God’s wonder in your heart:
The Words of God Mary treasured in her heart helped her trust even when she did not understand what God was doing.
- Be assured, God will provide:
Even if stewarding the promise seems like it requires more resources that you have – be assured, God will provide!
- Mary learned that quick obedience is required.
Even after our promise comes, we may not always understand what God is doing. But we can trust He knows what is best – so when He speaks to us, obey His voice quickly.
Scriptures relating to the fulfillment of Mary’s promise:
Hosea 11:1 NIV “When Israel was a child, I loved him, and out of Egypt I called my son.”
2 Peter 1:3 NIV “His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness.”
2 Corinthians 13:14 NIV “May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.”
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