God’s omnipotence. Mary’s quiet acceptance of greatness Nothing impresses us more than the calmness with which, after the first trouble was past, the virgin received the message of the angel. ESV Large-Print Study Bible--soft leather-look, walnut with Celtic imprint design, ESV Study Bible, Large Print, TruTone, Mahogany with Trellis Design, ESV Illuminated Scripture Journal: 19-Volume New Testament Boxed Set, ESV Study Bible, Burgundy Genuine Leather, ESV Journaling Bible, Interleaved Edition, Cloth over Board, Tan. By The Rev. Dec 25, 2005. Mary Erickson Luke 1:26-38 Mary’s Leap of Faith Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. The gospel of Luke is but one of four gospels, but it is surely one of the great books of the Bible. English Standard Version (ESV), Cited from Gen. 18:14 (Gk. John Piper Feb 23, 1981 47 Shares Sermon. MARY HEARD AN ANNOUNCEMENT – Vss. There are “ treasures hid in the sand,” and the Lord’s chosen shall eat thereof. Read verse in Good News Translation Because of his training as a doctor, he had a great mind for order, detail and precision. Luke 1:37 “with God nothing is impossible” Luke 6:27 “ Love your enemies ” John 1:1 “In the beginning was the Word” John 3:16 “ For God so loved the world ” John 8:12 “ light of the world ” John 8:32 “ the truth will set you free ” John 10:10 “ I have come that you might have life ” John 13:7 “ … And the virgin's name was Mary. 1700 28th Street SE Grand Rapids, MI 49508. The most difficult lesson for most people to realize is that God values the heart, not what we possess. Luke 1:26-38 A message from God. Luke 1:26-38. In all conflicts, let us remember that with God nothing is impossible; and as we read and hear his promises, let us turn them into prayers, Behold the willing servant of the Lord; let it be unto me according to thy word. Luke 1:26-38 New Living Translation (NLT) The Birth of Jesus Foretold. Dec 8, 1980. MARY HARBORED ASSURANCE – Vs. 38 ***** Luke 1:26-38 etc. That was Mary’s response of faith to an astonishing message from the angel Gabriel. Positively considered. Scripture: Luke 1:26–38. By Dr. Philip W. McLarty. MARY HAD ASSISTANCE – Vss.34-37. I may not understand it, but I’ll do his will.” Let it happen for me just as you have said!” (Luke 1:38). Imagine this – if, indeed, it’s possible to imagine such a thing: A thirteen-year-old girl – fifteen, tops – is confronted by an angel, who says God has chosen her to be the mother of his only begotten son. Nothing, you see, is impossible with God.” Luke 1:37-38 The Message (MSG) 36-38 “And did you know that your cousin Elizabeth conceived a son, old as she is? Luke 10:1-37 Jesus Sends The Seventy Out On A Mission Trip / Tells The Story About the Good Samaritan; Luke 10:38-11:13 Martha & Mary / Jesus Teaches His Disciples How To Pray And Encourages Them To Persist In Praying; Luke 11:14-32 Jesus Is Accused Of Casting Out A Demon By The Ruler Of The Demons / People Must Decide About Jesus ... Scripture: Luke 3:21–38. She was not touched by any vanity. Scripture: Luke 1:1–4. Mar 18, 1984. Scripture: Luke 1:26–38. MARY, MARY, MARY – GOOD FOR MOTHER’S DAY . John Piper Dec 25, 2005 228 Shares Sermon. 1Many have undertaken to draw up an account of the things that have been fulfilled[a] among us, 2 just as they were handed down to us by those who from the first were eyewitnesses and servants of the word. Nov 24, 1980. A response from us? Luke 1:36-38-36-38 The Message (MSG) “And did you know that your cousin Elizabeth conceived a son, old as she is? John Piper Luke 1:37 “For with God nothing shall be impossible.” Today’s verse continues encouraging us as we walk in this world, not being of it, being sure to follow our Lord and do the work that He would have us do. H.Spurgeon.) 1:35 The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee - The power of God was put forth by the Holy Ghost, as the immediate Divine agent in this work: and so he exerted the power of the Highest as his own power, who together with the Father and the Son is the most high God. 'May it be to me as you have said.' Scripture: Luke 4:1–14. Luke 1:35-45 With God Nothing Is Impossible. The Lord promised that the Seed of the woman would crush the serpent’s head, and nothing can change this promise. Wesley's Notes for Luke 1:37. Mary’s final response, “Here I am, the servant of the Lord” (Luke 1:38) may recall the words of Samuel (2 Samuel 3:4-9). 28 Gabriel appeared to her and said, “Greetings, [] favored woman! The long-held hopes that His people have had are about to be met – although no-one really knows it yet. 37 For (A)nothing will be impossible with God.” 38 And Mary said, “Behold, I am the servant[a] of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word.” And (B)the angel departed from her. 38 'I am the Lord's servant,' Mary answered. She was not dazzled nor excited by her glorious future. Through the heartfelt mercies of our God, God’s Sunrise will break in upon us, Shining on those in the darkness, those sitting in the shadow of death, Then showing us the way, one foot at a time, down the path of peace. Among other things your message said, “Look to Jesus.” You reminded me of the optical illusion where if you look correctly you can see the face of Christ rather than just ink blots. John Piper Nov 10, 1980 11 Shares Conference Message. Let it be with me just as you say” (Luke 1:38 The Message). The latter parallel suggests what many readers seem to intuit: the focus of this pericope is actually more on Mary than it is on Jesus. Nothing shall be impossible. (C. Everything we have is on loan to us. The Child to Be Born Will Be Called Holy — the Son of God Christmas Day. When you say go, have the kids look up this week’s Bible verse. Luke 1:26-38 (ESV) In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. December 20, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. And the angel left her. Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Sunday Evening Message. Yes, I see it all now:    I’m the Lord’s maid, ready to serve.Let it be with me    just as you say. And he will restore the hearts of the fathers to their children, and the hearts of the children to their fathers, lest I come and smite the land with a curse” (Mal. Luke 1:26-38 English Standard Version (ESV) Birth of Jesus Foretold. Mary Was Thoughtful About God’s Word (Luke 1:29-38) Mary Was Thoughtful About Others (Luke 1:39-45) Mary Was Thoughtful About God (Luke 1:46-55) As we continue our journey through the book of Luke, we come to look at one of the main characters in the Christmas story – Mary the mother of Jesus. The very last words of the last book of the Old Testament read: “Behold, I am going to send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and terrible day of the LORD. Bibles should be closed and sitting on the table face up in front of each child. Mary is being called to a prophetic task; bearing and raising Jesus is that task. Everyone called her barren, and here she is six months pregnant! The events of the early chapters of Luke’s gospel shatter a silence which has lasted for 40… 3 With this in mind, since I myself have carefully investigated everything from the beginning, I too decided to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus, 4 so that you may know the certainty of the things you have been taught. Luke was not one of Christ’s apostles, but was a traveling companion to Paul. 37 For nothing is impossible with God.' Christ in Combat: Defense by the Spirit. ESV® Text Edition: 2016. Verse – Luke 1:37 Pass out Bibles to students. Nov 10, 1980. Mary wisely surrendered to the will of God. Literally, Mary says, “May it be with me according to your word.” Luke 1:37-38 English Standard Version (ESV) 37 For nothing will be impossible with God.” 38 And Mary said, “Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word.” And the angel departed from her. God has spoken to sinful humans. 36-38 “And did you know that your cousin Elizabeth conceived a son, old as she is? As each child finds the verse, have them stick one finger on the verse and quietly raise their other hand. A response from Mary. Luke 1:37-38 When God told Mary she was going to give birth to the Christ-child, she asked how it … We are encouraged, that all things are possible with our Lord God! The Holy Bible, English Standard Version. The Lord’s servant! Present the offer of salvation to his people, the forgiveness of their sins. Because of the busy and image-rich Christmas holidays full of nativity plays and orations — many of which combine Matthew’s wise men with Luke’s shepherds — it is easy to miss Luke’s distinctive theological voice and contribution to the season … Continue reading "Commentary on Luke 1:26-38" 1 Tuesday, 25th December 2007 By Bob Gass Mary said… let it be to me according to Your Word. The Aim of Dr Luke Sunday Evening Message. It certainly is not possible for us to be in a position where omnipotence cannot assist us. 2. 19:26. Nothing, you see, is impossible with God.” And Mary said, Luke 1:26-38 Gabriel Came by Today One of the great delusions that goes with wealth, power and status is to think we are in control of our lives. 26 In the sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancy, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a village in Galilee, 27 to a virgin named Mary. 3475 Mainway PO Box 5070, STN LCD 1 Burlington, ON L7R 3Y8. It was just about 9 months ago that our lives changed with COVID-19. 26-29. And we must, as Mary here, guide our desires by the word of God. Luke 1:26-38 A Faithful Response. Dr. James D. Kegel. ); See Matt. Luke 1:37. Nothing, you see, is impossible with God.”. Wise people say, “Whatever God wants for my life, I’m in. 4:5-6). God’s promises are about to be fulfilled … The promises that God had made to His people over the centuries are only a few months off fruition. She was like King David, who said: “My God, I want to do what you want” (Psalm 40:8 NCV). Luke 1:37-47 For there is nothing that God cannot do." God promised Abraham an earthly inheritance, Whose Builder and Maker is God, and this can never be altered for nothing is impossible with God. 26 In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, 27 to a virgin betrothed [] to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. God hath servants everywhere; and, where we think He has none, His word can create a multitude. This Advent season, the Gospel of Luke’s version of the birth story is our focus. To destroy sin is to take away evil by the root. John Piper Nov 24, 1980 20 Shares Sermon. Luke 1 - Inasmuch as many have undertaken to compile a narrative of the things that have been accomplished among us, ... Genesis 37-38 (1979-82 Audio) (Chuck Smith) ... Luk 1:37 - For nothing will be impossible with God. She was engaged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of King David. "I am the Lord's servant," said Mary; "may it happen to me as you have said." 30-33. Everyone called her barren, and here she is six months pregnant! (Luke 1:26-38, NIV) There are many viewpoints from which we could study the story of the angel's announcement of Jesus' birth. A “MARY” CHRISTMAS or MARY LEARNS ABOUT JESUS . His message is Jesus Christ, Savior. Copyright © 1993, 2002, 2018 by Eugene H. Peterson, The Message (MSG), NIV and The Message Side-by-Side Bible, Two Bible Versions Together for Study and Comparison, Bonded Leather, Black, Large Print, The Message Bible, Dusty Rose Floral Large Print Leather-Look, The Message Deluxe Gift Bible--soft leather-look, amethyst gem, NIV & The Message Parallel Study Bible, Personal Size, Orchid/Raspberry, The Message Canvas Bible: Coloring and Journaling the Story of God, Leather-Look, Gold Leaf. 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