“For with God nothing shall be impossible.”-Luke
1:37
The events surrounding Jesus’s birth were
unusual, to say the least. His coming was met with wonderful works of
God, fabulous miracles, and the gathering of distinct persons. For
with God nothing shall be impossible. His birth is an example of
this, and His life a constant affirmation of it. The impossible beginning
of His life brought about the impossible beginning of ours.
Where is he that is born King of the Jews? This question was posed by three wise men from the far
east, searching for a little Jewish baby of the humblest beginnings. Consider
how remarkable this is, as well as the preceding events. First, Jesus’
cousin John was born of one barren, and filled with the Holy Ghost from his
mother's womb. Then the virgin Mary that was pregnant with child as foretold by
the angel Gabriel. Then Joseph, the faithful husband believed and willingly
accepted the situation. Finally, his birth was most unconventional for a
king. A child of lowliness, and meekness; a child born in a manger;
surrounded by the meek of the earth and the legions of heaven. God’s providence
is apparent in every step of the wonderful event. The birth of the “lamb of God” who would take
away the sin of the world. As I heard a
preacher say recently: “Jesus Christ, the Savior of the World, came into this
world a lamb, but would leave as a Lion.” His birth led to his life,
which brought him to his death, and ultimately to his resurrection. This child is our Savior. Who brought
salvation down unto fallen man, paved the way and paid the price so that we
could be delivered from sin. It was the
“impossible” birth of this child that would bring “impossible” life to so many.
Where is he that is born the King of
the Jews? He is sitting on the throne of
the heart of the sanctified. He is on the right hand of the Father, reigning in
power, and in the human heart; reigning in victory.
For with God, nothing shall be impossible. When
you think of the virgin birth, the holy angels, the bright star, and risen
Christ. Of all these wonderful and miraculous things, is it so hard to
believe that God can save you from your sin? Can you not, with a measure of
faith, take hold on the promises and accept the Messiah? Believe that
with God, nothing shall be impossible.
That Jesus is indeed your Savoir, and your impossible beginning.
