God called Moses to deliver the people out of Egypt which foreshadows Jesus delivering his people out of sin and slavery. In Jesus’ story, Mary was much like Moses and called by the Heavens to deliver the Savior. It’s quite interesting to compare the two in their initial response to God’s command. Moses vs Mary. We know from the Exodus story that Moses, while great as a leader, had quite the many objections to God. He had excuse after excuse for God to send him:

• Who am I? (3:11)

• Who is sending me? (3:13)

• What if they don’t believe me? (v 4:1),

• I am not good with words? (4:10)

• He even pleads in verse 13 “please don’t send me.”

I always wonder how things got started. How certain things began. Or why they are the way they are. I found the start of using evergreen trees, lights and ornaments very interesting. Makes me want to always incorporate red ornament bulbs on my tree.

How do we respond to the impossible. Do we resond like Abraham with laughter, doubt like Zechariah, or yes Lord like Mary.

Christmas Truth - Awe and Wonder Surrounding the Womb

This is part of the Angel Gabriel’s proclamation to Zechariah when he was in the temple. We know by reading later in the story that the Holy Spirit entered Elizabeth upon meeting Mary, Luke 1:41. The child leapt inside Elizabeth and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit.

Just think about that for a second.