Matthew 1:18-25 (NIV)
How does the birth of Jesus resonate in your heart?
The story of the birth of Jesus Christ is extraordinary. Above all women, God chose Mary’s womb to carry the Messiah. Though Mary was perplexed by the message of the angel, she responded in faith and submitted herself in obedience. Mary knew that someday she would watch her son suffer an agonizing death for her sins and the sins of the world, yet she willingly carried in her body the means of our salvation. Eternal salvation is a gift; we can’t earn it, and though we don’t deserve it, we are offered it anyway because Jesus loves us and doesn’t want anyone to perish. What a blessed assurance and hope we have in Jesus. It's our choice; it’s a decision we all must make. Will you choose Jesus?