“Now in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city in Galilee called Nazareth, to a virgin engaged to a man whose name was Joseph, of the descendants of David; and the virgin’s name was Mary” (Luke 1:26-27).
God prepared the way so that the circumstances were as He wanted them to be. Whole books have been written on many of the things that this means with these particular circumstances. Perhaps it would best for us is to realize that we also are in a circumstance that is according to God’s purpose, for we also have been called to fulfill the Father’s will. You are in a particular time and place and of a lineage that He purposed.
Lord, I often forget that all things are in Your hands. As You called Mary, the mother of Jesus, so also You call each one of us to live in Your salvation. We are tainted and sin-filled, but by Your grace You make us pure and holy. You take what has been defiled and make of it that which is pure. You prepare the way before each of us. You did this perfectly with the mother of our Lord Jesus.
My Lord and Savior, there are so many things I do not understand, but You have come so that I may have hope and gain understanding. Lead me out of the lies of this age to trust what You have given me. Guide me in the way of truth, trusting in the preparation You have made for all who look to You with the hope You give through salvation. Lead me, Lord, and help me to follow You alone. Amen.
