Mary, Joseph, and Jesus

The Virgin Mary...believes the angel's promise...and gives birth to God's son, Jesus, not in a mighty palace, but in a lowly stable. The Virgin Mary delivers a perfect child...Jesus...who in turn...delivers us. Mama prays...her child, like Mary, will nurture a servant's heart.

Luke 1:26-56;2:6-7,37-38; Matthew 1:18

Joseph...faithfully obeys the angel in his dream and takes the Virgin Mary, expectant with child, to be his wife. So Joseph, rather than choosing to save his reputation...chooses to save his soul. Mama prays...her son, like Joseph, will seek divine guidance over worldly advice.

Matthew 1:13-15,18-25; Luke 2:1-7 (NIV)