Mary's Love

Bethel Church Temple TX Podcast (Sermons)

Mary’s Love

December 22, 2024 Elwyn Johnston

Luke 1:26 – 38
Verse of the Week: “the Mighty One has done great things for me; and holy is His name.” Luke 1:49

1. God trusts you
“the angel Gabriel was sent from God…to a virgin named Mary.” Luke 1:26 & 27

2. God will remind you of His presence
“The Lord is with you.” Luke 1:28
“Be strong and courageous, do not be afraid or tremble at them, for the Lord your God will personally go ahead of you. He will neither fail you nor abandon you.” Deuteronomy 31:6
“Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord will personally go ahead of you. He will be with you; He will neither fail you nor abandon you.” Deuteronomy 31:8
“I will never [under any circumstances] desert you [nor give you up nor leave you without support, nor will I in any degree leave you helpless], nor will I forsake or let you down or relax My hold on you” Hebrews 13:5

3. God desires to move you further into your destiny
“you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you shall name Him Jesus.” Luke 1:31
“Mary was very perplexed…. Mary said to the angel, ‘How can this be’” Luke 1:28 & 34

4. Remember, this is spiritual
“The Holy Spirit will come upon you” Luke 1:35

“For our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in heavenly places.” Ephesians 6:12
“the Mighty One has done great things for me; and holy is His name.” Luke 1:49

5. Love God and submit to His plan
“may it be done to me according to your word.” Luke 1:38