Read Luke 1:26-28
1. Where did God send the angel Gabriel?
2. How does this echo back to the prophet Isaiah?
3. What comforting words did Gabriel say to Mary?
Respond
When we’re faced with seasons of waiting and doubt, it can be so easy to wonder if God is ever going to show up. It took 700 years for Isaiah’s words to come true and there were probably many times when God’s people questioned and wondered if God would really show up. In the most unlikely way, just as Isaiah prophesied, God did show up and the first thing He said to a young and frightened woman, Mary, was that He was with her. Spend some time with God now and just enjoy the fact the He is with you right now.
For Further Reading: Advent Conspiracy Devotional
For Families with Kids at Home
It’s Christmas week! As you prepare all the last-minute things for your family this week, make sure to prioritize celebrating Jesus together. For ideas, check out our Family Christmas Guide for how to celebrate Jesus’ birthday with your kids.