DECEMBER 11 THE DIVINE CONVERGENCE OF TWO MOMS By Scott Foreman Vice President of Growth and Impact Strategies, Word of Life Fellowship
Today’s Passage: Luke 1:39–45
Can you imagine it? You are Mary, and you are carrying the Messiah, which would be a major occurrence in history. But, at the same time, your older relative is carrying the forerunner of the Messiah, which in itself is a significant event. Mary and Elizabeth, friends, and family were sharing a journey that few could truly understand except themselves. It was a once-in-creation event that would never be repeated. Though Mary and Elizabeth’s stories were unique, many of their circumstances were shared: • Both conceptions were divinely timed to happen around the same time. • Both conceptions were miraculous, highlighting God’s power and intervention. • Both conceptions were prophesied, fulfilling ancient promises. • Both conceptions involved husbands who had lessons to learn. • Both conceptions had angelic announcements. • Both conceptions would signal a new era of God’s dealings with people. And possibly both would experience the pain of having their child killed at the hands of evil men. These two moms, with a biological connection, shared a much deeper bond centered around their God and what would happen to their sons. As they went through this journey, they had each other for support. Luke tells us about this experience for a reason – not only to proclaim the coming of the Son of David and his forerunner but also to: • Highlight the need for connection during challenging times. • Emphasize the joy of celebrating God’s goodness together. • Stress the importance of the young and old learning from each other. • Encourage us to embrace the new beginnings God sets before us. As you reflect on where God is bringing you, consider the people around you. Are there connections you can nurture or experiences you can share that reveal God’s hand at work in your life? Allow those close to you to walk alongside you as you navigate your spiritual path.
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