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Luke 1:45 - Blessed Because You Believed What The Lord Has Said.

Luke 1:45 (NLT) You are blessed because you 
believed that the Lord would do what he said.  

COMMENTARY PEARL

   This past weekend, my friend Natalie and 
I delivered baby presents, diapers, and a 
stroller to an expectant refugee mom here in Boise 
through our ministry partnership. One of the great 
joys of giving those gifts is seeing the looks of 
wonder and gratitude on these expectant moms' 
faces. Most are excited about holding their new 
little one close to their heart, and these 
practical gifts make that imminent moment seem more 
real. What could be more exciting than welcoming a 
new baby into the world? A promise fulfilled. 
   When Jesus came into the world, He wasn't 
just the sweet baby Mary was waiting to hold 
close. For centuries, the nation of Israel had been 
praying for the arrival of the Messiah, but Jesus 
wasn't the King they expected. He didn't come 
wielding a sword to bring swift justice. Jesus came 
in humility, forgiving sins, offering eternal 
hope, making a way for humanity to connect with a 
Holy God. 
   Jesus is the Christmas promise fulfilled. 
God's promise of our redemption through a baby 
born in a manger, the One who holds us close with 
a love that never fails. For me, There Is 
Nothing More Exciting Than Celebrating His Arrival 
And Welcoming Him Into My Heart. Susanna Foth 
Aughtmon 
   Faith Step: Make a list of all the 
promises that Jesus has kept and the prayers that He 
has answered for you this year. Take time to 
thank Him for blessing you. [Mornings With Jesus 
2023 Devotional by Guideposts and Zondervan] 

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