In today’s verse, Mary of Nazareth is a young Jewish girl encountering an angelic messenger. He announces that, although she’s a virgin, she is going to have a child who will occupy the ancient throne of King David, ruling the house of Judah forever. Young Mary responds to the incredible news by saying, “Yes, let it happen!”
And Mary said, “Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word.”
Luke 1:38
As Mary’s life unfolds, she is entwined in her son’s dangerous world as His message challenges the corrupt religious and political leaders of the day. Things seem to go from bad to tragically worse when Mary finds herself at the foot of a Roman cross, a witness to His savage execution. Days later, her heartbreak was replaced by hope as the angel’s promise was confirmed by the impossible: His resurrection.
America’s leaders face challenges that seem impossible, too. Mary did not know in advance how God would fulfill His promises; she had to live out her faith a day at a time – and so do you. Today, pray for God’s faithful people serving and leading America. Ask that they will remain steadfast in their hope regardless of circumstances, and rest certain that God’s plan will indeed be confirmed.
Recommended Reading: Hebrews 11:1-6