26 In the sixth month, the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a town in Galilee called Nazareth, 27 to a virgin engaged to a man named Joseph, of the house of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. 28 And the angel came to her and said, “Greetings, favored woman! The Lord is with you.” 29 But she was deeply troubled by this statement, wondering what kind of greeting this could be. 30 Then the angel told her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. 31 Now listen: You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you will name him Jesus. 32 He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God will give him the throne of his father David. 33 He will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and his kingdom will have no end.” 34 Mary asked the angel, “How can this be, since I have not had sexual relations with a man?” 35 The angel replied to her, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. Therefore, the holy one to be born will be called the Son of God. 36 And consider your relative Elizabeth—even she has conceived a son in her old age, and this is the sixth month for her who was called childless. 37 For nothing will be impossible with God.” 38 “See, I am the Lord’s servant,” said Mary. “May it happen to me as you have said.” Then the angel left her. —Luke 1:26-38


GOD’S PLANS WILL ALMOST ALWAYS BRING

Reveal Answer

OR

Reveal Answer

BECAUSE THEY DISRUPT OUR LIVES.

19 Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe everything I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” —Matthew 28:19-20

9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore, I will most gladly boast all the more about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may reside in me. —2 Corinthians 12:9

6 I am sure of this, that he who started a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. —Philippians 1:6

2) WHEN GOD’S PLAN BRINGS

Study Guide for further reflection

DISCUSS
How can understanding that we rest under God’s grace help us overcome feelings of fear in our daily lives?

Context
This relates to the point that we do not need to fear because we are covered by God’s grace, as mentioned in the message through references like 2 Corinthians 12:9.
Application
Can you think of a specific situation where you felt afraid, and how remembering God’s grace changed your perspective?

DISCUSS
In what ways can living by faith alone change how we respond to uncertain situations?

Context
The message emphasized that we do not need to fear because we live by faith alone, which is a fundamental aspect of trusting God.
Application
What is one area in your life where you find it difficult to have faith? How can you work on trusting God more in that situation?

DISCUSS
What is one fear you have, and how does recognizing that God’s plan is greater than your comfort help address that fear?

Context
The main idea of the message is that fear arises when God’s plan interrupts our comfort.
Application
How can you take a small step this week towards facing that fear with the assurance that God’s plan is at work in your life?