Live a Pleasing LIfe

Luke 1:30- "The angel said to her, “Don’t be afraid, Mary, because God is very pleased with you."
    When the angel of God appeared to Mary with the good news that she had been selected above all women to bear the savior of the world; the heavenly being told her she had been chosen because God was very pleased with her. Scripture alludes to the fact that although Mary was a young teenager she was devout in her conviction to lead a righteous life. She was betrothed to a good man and remained pure not only in body but in her character. Many want to acclaim that the "Virgin Mary" was perfect in all of her ways; but the reality of it is that God does not look for perfection (especially since we know he won't find it wrapped in human flesh) but he uses those of us who are willing and then he perfects his will through us.
    Live your life; make good choices; surround yourself with similar like-minded people who want God's will to flourish and set yourself up to be available for God to use in miraculous ways. You don't have to do a lot of restructuring or revamping of your outlook on things, just keep your eyes on Christ and follow his example. Ask the Holy Spirit for guidance and watch your life align itself in a way which makes you a viable and valuable soldier in the army of God. You do the possible- God will do the impossible.
    God wants us to be willing vessels for him; to not only follow his directives but to be anxious and zealous in our obedience. Although Mary did inquire how it would be possible to carry out the role of mother when she was a virgin, she did not tell God "give me a minute, let me think about it." Because she already lived a virtuous life, she did not have to jump through hoops or make a 180 degree turn to fall in line and prepare to carry within her the "the Word" made flesh! Stay ready.... You never know the plans God has for you or what he wants to birth through you.
    Every day is a good day; it is up to us to make it a GREAT day! Don’t be distracted; stay focused on your purpose. Be blessed! Dr. JoAnn