Adventus = “coming” or “arrival”
The Annunication of the Lord
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Supporting Scripture: Luke 1:26 (ESV)
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Supporting Scripture: John 1:46 (ESV)
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Supporting Scripture: Luke 1:28 (ESV)
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Supporting Scripture: Luke 1:29 (ESV)
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Sometimes he takes you through something you would never choose in order to do something in you that you could never achieve otherwise.
Supporting Scripture: Luke 1:30 (ESV)
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Supporting Scripture: Luke 1:31-33 (ESV)
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Supporting Scripture: Luke 1:35-37 (ESV)
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Supporting Scripture: Luke 1:38 (ESV)
Netzer = “branch” or “shoot”
Supporting Scripture: Isaiah 11:1 (ESV)
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Supporting Scripture: Isaiah 11:2-4 (ESV)
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Luke 1:26-38 is the passage that tells the story of the Annunciation, where the angel Gabriel visits Mary to announce that she will conceive Jesus by the Holy Spirit. Here are some personal reflection questions based on this passage:
1. Mary’s Response to the Angel (Luke 1:28-30)
- How do you think Mary felt when she was first greeted by Gabriel as “highly favored”? Have you ever experienced a moment where you felt unworthy or surprised by God’s favor? How did you respond?
- When the angel reassured her not to be afraid, how do you deal with fear or uncertainty in your own life when facing the unknown? Can you trust God’s plan in moments of doubt?
2. Mary’s Question and Gabriel’s Answer (Luke 1:34-37)
- Mary asks, “How will this be, since I am a virgin?” What does this question reveal about her character and her trust in God’s power? Do you ever ask God “how” or “why” when you don’t fully understand His plan for you?
- Gabriel responds by explaining the power of the Holy Spirit. Reflect on a time when you had to trust in God’s abilities rather than your own. What did you learn from that experience?
3. The Role of Faith and Obedience (Luke 1:38)
- Mary’s ultimate response to the angel is, “I am the Lord’s servant. May your word to me be fulfilled.” How can you apply this kind of surrender and obedience in your own life? Are there areas where you need to say, “May Your word be fulfilled”?
- Reflect on a situation where God asked you to step out in faith, even if you didn’t fully understand the outcome. How did you respond? Would you respond the same way today?
4. The Power of God’s Word (Luke 1:37)
- The angel tells Mary, “No word from God will ever fail.” How do you understand this promise in your life? Are there areas where you need to hold on to God’s promises despite doubts or challenges?
- When faced with difficult circumstances, how do you remind yourself of God’s faithfulness and the power of His word?
5. God’s Timing and Plan (Luke 1:26)
- God sent the angel to Mary “in the sixth month” of Elizabeth’s pregnancy. What does this timing suggest about how God works in our lives? How do you reconcile God’s perfect timing with your own desires or plans?
- Reflect on a time when God’s plan unfolded differently than you expected. What did you learn from that experience about patience and trust in His greater plan?
6. God’s Calling and Purpose for You (Luke 1:31-33)
- In the angel’s message, Jesus’ purpose is clear: to be the Savior and the Son of God. Do you have a sense of God’s calling or purpose in your life? How are you responding to that calling?
- What does it mean for you that God has a plan for your life, just as He had a specific plan for Mary? How can you align your life more fully with His will?
7. Reflecting on the Humility of Mary (Luke 1:38)
- Mary was a young, ordinary woman in a small town. How do you see the humility of her response in contrast to what the world might expect from someone chosen for such a monumental task?
- How does Mary’s example of humility challenge your own approach to serving God and others?
These reflection questions invite deep thought on faith, obedience, trust, and God’s plan for our lives, all themes central to the passage of Luke 1:26-38.