JANUARY 6, Matthew 1:19-20 

God sent Gabriel to announce the special birth of Jesus to Mary and Joseph on separate occasions. Mary was living in the city of Nazareth and was told she would conceive the Son of God and call Him Jesus, which means Saviour. is was possible only through the power of the Holy Spirit. Imagine this – she would become pregnant although she would remain a virgin throughout her entire pregnancy! For this supernatural conception and birth, we thank God.

Soon, Joseph, who was betrothed to Mary, knew about her pregnancy. He thought that Mary was unfaithful and wanted to break off the betrothal. However, God intervened and spoke to him in a dream to take Mary as his wife as the baby in her womb was no ordinary child.

How did God prepare Mary and Joseph regarding the birth of Jesus?

1. God sent the angel _______________ to Nazareth where Mary lived to speak to her.

2. God caused _______________ , a virgin, to have a baby.

3. God spoke to _______________ so that he will understand and accept Mary.

Some people do not believe that God can bring about a virgin birth. They say it is humanly impossible. Of course, these people forget that God is God, and not human! That which is humanly impossible is not impossible with God, should He want to do it!

Thought: Nothing is too hard for God.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, please give me faith to believe You that You can do anything. You know I may have some problems in my school or home, and these problems hurt me. Heavenly Father, please help me to bear these problems, and to always go to You for help. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.