Luke 1:26-36. God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph. The angel said” do not be afraid Mary, for you have found favor with God”. From then on Mary lived a faithful life to God.
There are many faithful people in the Bible but I was drawn to Mary (mother of Jesus). When she was visited by the angel Gabriel and told the news she accepted this through faith. For myself I thought I alone was responsible to resolve every situation I found in my path. It never occurred to me to call on our God for help with anything. What a lonely and hopeless life.
Finally God stepped in and led me back to church. What a wonderful day it was. I was welcomed by everyone and I felt a peace that I don’t think I had ever felt before. My life has purpose now and I’ve learned to listen for God’s wishes. I am thankful and faithful to my God for saving me.
Through faithfulness I am leaning on God in all situations. I now know that He is always close and ready to help.
Luke 1:38, Psalm 57:3,10, Psalm 85:10, 1st Corinthians 10:13, 2nd Thessalonians 3:3
Barbara Hedges