I’m Rejoicing in the Promises of God
At this special time of year we hear Christmas carols just about everywhere we go. They are on the radio, on television, in the malls, being sung by groups of people here and there. All of the carols have special joy and meaning to them.
In Luke 1:46 we read a special song that was sung in connection with this coming event – this blessed birth of the Lord Jesus Christ. It was sung by Mary, His mother. She had been visited by an angel who gave her the message that she had been chosen by God to be the mother of the Highest One – the Christ child, the Messiah who would come to save His people from their sins.
Because Mary was a Jewish woman, she no doubt knew of the promises God had made to send His Son, the Messiah. The first mention of the coming Messiah is in Genesis just after the fall of man. Later, in Isaiah we read that the Son of God will be born to a virgin.
I’m sure Mary was very excited that she had been chosen to fulfill this role in God’s plan. At the same time her cousin Elizabeth was also involved in a miracle from the Lord. In Luke we read of Mary singing in praise that her soul magnifies the Lord.
As her song continues, it is a reflection of the fact that she believed the message of the angel and the promises of God that He would bless His people through sending His Son. I hope you will take advantage of this time of year to think on the special promises of God.
As you reflect on the promises of God during this season, I hope you truly believe that Christ is the Promised One who has been sent by God to save you. If you read John chapter three you will see that all who believe in Christ and place their faith in Him will be saved.
As you think of the promises, I hope you will respond as Mary did – with submission, joy and trust. And I hope it will cause your heart to say, “My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior.” Happy Holidays! Happy rejoicing!
Ann Shorb is a counselor, writer, and speaker. She provides Biblical counseling services for a variety of issues including depression, AD/HD, marital issues, and much more. Her website also provides Christian free puppet skits that can be used at home or in church.
