Deeper Reflection
Mary asked the angel Gabriel, “How will this be…?” (v.34). It was a very understandable question, even given the fact that it was an angel of the Lord who announced Mary’s coming birth of a son. After all, Mary was a young, unwed teenager who was only engaged to Joseph, and therefore still a virgin. The angel Gabriel explained that her conception of baby Jesus in her womb was made possible by the Holy Spirit and the power of God Most High. For that reason, Mary’s son would be called “holy – the Son of God” (v.35). To help convince Mary, the angel cited the recent precedent of God’s supernatural intervention. Six months ago, baby John was conceived in the womb of the elderly and long-barren Elizabeth, a relative of Mary’s (v.36). Now, in Mary’s case, the impossible would again be made possible by the power of God! Here is the truth: “For nothing will be impossible with God” (v.37)²² .Beloved, let us trust in God’s sovereignty and power to keep His promises and fulfil His plans for His people! One of the “impossible” situations that we may face is this: How will I ever be vindicated in my workplace situation of continually suffering difficulties and disadvantage as a result of my standing up for righteousness? Take heart, God is at work and He hears your cries. Ultimately, the righteous ones in Christ will be vindicated and blessed, even though they may have to suffer for a period of time. The wicked and godless will be put to shame and end up in destruction, even though they may prosper temporarily.

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²¹ Titus 2:11-14 ²² Consider the impossible things that God promised to do in Jeremiah 31:33-34 and Ezekiel 36:26-27, and how He has done them through His Son Jesus Christ.