People of the Promise: Mary

Sermons of Pastor Rob Myallis

Advent 2 (Dec 8, 2024)

Pastor Rob begins his sermon by admitting that he has an obsession with correctly loading the dishes. It turns out for that task — and for many others — we need information.

Mary is given the world’s biggest task, namely, bear the son of God in her womb. Yet, God gives her an incredibly little amount of information. Why is this?

Pastor Rob reflects on the call of Mary as well as our own callings in life and reminds us that ultimately, if we follow the call of God, we will discover the cross. If we knew all about the crosses we would face in life, we might never get out of bed, much less say yes to God’s call to love and serve our neighbor!

Instead of information, Mary is given two things. First, a friend who is wise. Second, the promise that “Nothing will be impossible with God.”

These two things God also gives to us. And with them, we can say, like Mary: “Lord, Here I am. Let it be with me according to your Word!”