A tidbit from from the book of Luke...

Before Mary was told of the child she would be carrying, God had laid out His plan... the gift of Jesus. Here are some points I picked up in this portion of scripture:

1.Mary loved God and her relationship with Him was very special and personal even before she knew she would be the mother of His son. She just loved Him. She loved His word and hid it in her heart.

2.When the word came, she simply responded, "I am the Lord's servant".

3.She became excited and sang praises to God.

4.She continued to trust in God even through times when others wouldn't understand.

I believe this is how we are to live our lives, even during times that are difficult, times of waiting- because God is at work and His plan will arrive in His timing.

1.Love God with all my heart soul and mind. Spend time with him, love Him, take in His Word.

2.Simply be His servant. Readied. Willing. Undoubting.

3.Have excitement for what He's doing and what He will do. He has a plan for us- that's worth being joyful over!

4.Continue to trust after the vision becomes clear because it is certain that opposition will come.

Let's love God will all our hearts and trust in His plan (whether seen or unseen)! He is sure to be our strength!