Luke 1:26-33
Suggested further reading: Matthew 12:46-50
We have here the good news of the most marvelous event that ever happened: the incarnation and birth of our Lord Jesus Christ.
His First Advent was one of humiliation that began at His conception and birth. We must not despise the poverty of anyone. The condition of life that Jesus voluntarily chose ought always to be regarded with reverence. The tendency to show favor to the rich and make an idol of money ought to be discouraged. Our Lord’s example is a sufficient answer to all that is said in the world about wealth (2 Corinthians 8:9).
What a high privilege the Virgin Mary had! She is addressed in remarkable language (Matthew 12:28 & Matthew 12:30). Some pay her such honor as to declare that she was conceived without sin, is to be worshiped and be prayed to as a mediator between God and man—about which there is not the slightest warrant in Scripture. But we must in fairness admit that no woman was so highly honored as the mother of our Lord. By her childbearing, life and immortality were brought to light when Christ was born.
One thing in connection with this subject should never be forgotten by Christians. There is a relationship to Christ within reach of us all, a relationship far nearer than that of flesh and blood, a relationship which belongs to all who repent and believe (Mark 3:35; Luke 11:28).
What a glorious account is given of our Lord Jesus Christ! (Matthew 12:32-33). Of His greatness we know something already. He has brought in a great salvation. He has shown Himself to be a prophet greater than Moses. He is a great High Priest. And He shall be greater still when He is owned as King.
Lanny Tanton is the Pastor at The Bible Church of the Lakes in Horseshoe Bay, Texas – just outside of Marble Falls. Pastor Tanton welcomes you to our website and hopes that you’ll enjoy reading these insightful blog posts. Please contact us if you have further questions!!
