“Therefore, brothers, since we have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus…let us draw near to God with a sincere heart in full assurance of faith…” Hebrews 10:19, 22 First, read Luke1:5-25; 57-80. It’s a longer passage than usual, but you won’t want to miss the beautiful story that sets the backdrop for today’s study. Don’t fail to ...
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Call Me Blessed: A Lesson Learned from Mary
“The Mighty One has done great things for me…” Luke 2:49 Do you ever just want to break into song? Perhaps a promise fulfilled makes you pour forth praise? Mary certainly did. One encouraging word from Elizabeth and her full heart overflowed. Read Luke 2:46-55 then consider: Like Mary, we are blessed for He has done great things for ...
Your Faith Needs Friendship: Lessons Learned from Mary and Elizabeth
We can all learn a lesson from Mary and Elizabeth. After all, our faith needs friendship! “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up…” 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Yesterday, we watched as an angel’s visit altered everything about a young girl’s life. Think about it. Her plans for the future, how she viewed the past…everything was changed ...
Willing on the Way: A Lesson Learned from Mary
“’I am the Lord’s servant,’ Mary answered. ‘May it be to me as you have said.’” Luke 1:38 Begin by reading Luke 1:26-38. Try to take in as many details as you can and imagine the scene set before you. Try to picture the young girl’s face as the angel appeared before her. Try to put yourself in her position. Scripture says she was “greatly ...