Let it Be Me

🎄 December Theme: The Journey to the Manger

📖 Scripture

Luke 1:34–38 (NIV)
“‘How will this be,’ Mary asked the angel, ‘since I am a virgin?’ The angel answered, ‘The Holy Spirit will come on you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the holy one to be born will be called the Son of God. Even Elizabeth your relative is going to have a child in her old age, and she who was said to be unable to conceive is in her sixth month. For no word from God will ever fail.’ ‘I am the Lord’s servant,’ Mary answered. ‘May your word to me be fulfilled.’ Then the angel left her.”

📚 Background

Mary’s response to Gabriel’s announcement is one of the most powerful declarations of faith in Scripture. Though she questioned how such a miracle could happen, she ultimately surrendered with the words, “I am the Lord’s servant.” This moment shows us that obedience is not about having all the answers—it’s about trusting God’s word and His power to accomplish what He promises.

💬 Devotional

My husband once told me about a time when he was asked to take on a responsibility at work that felt far beyond his ability. He said, “I didn’t know how it would work out, but I felt God nudging me to say yes.” His story reminds me of Mary’s response.

Mary didn’t understand the “how,” but she trusted the “who.” She believed that God’s word would not fail, even when the path ahead was uncertain. On our journey to the manger, we are invited to echo Mary’s words: “Let it be me.” When God calls us, He equips us. Our role is to trust, surrender, and step forward in faith.

🪞 Reflection Questions

Where in your life do you feel God calling you to trust Him, even when the “how” is unclear?
How does Mary’s response inspire you to surrender to God’s plan?
What would it look like for you to say, “Let it be me,” in your current season?

🛠️ Application: Living It Out

Surrender daily. Begin each morning with a prayer: “Lord, let Your word be fulfilled in me today.”
Trust His promises. Write down one promise of God you’re holding onto and place it somewhere visible as a reminder.
Encourage others. Share Mary’s story with a friend or family member who needs courage to trust God’s calling.

📌 Key Takeaways

Mary’s surrender shows that obedience is rooted in trust, not in having all the answers.
God’s word never fails—His promises are sure.
Saying “Let it be me” is an act of faith and courage.
The journey to the manger invites us to trust God’s plan and step forward in obedience.