Luke 1:26-56

Mary was visited by an angel who told her that she was going to have a Child conceived of the Holy Spirit who would be given the throne of David and reign forever. She was also told that her cousin Elizabeth was pregnant. She went to see Elizabeth and when Elizabeth's baby heard Mary, he leaped in her womb. Mary's response to the news that she was to give birth to such a special Child was one of great joy. She felt blessed to have been chosen for such an honor.

When you are chosen to serve God, be joyful. Depending on the task, it can be seen as something too difficult or something you just don't feel like doing it. If God has given you a task though, you can be sure that it is something that needs to be done. Respond to God with thanks and humility and pray for the strength, wisdom, and fortitude to complete the task. God wants us to do His will without grumbling or complaining. When we serve God with gladness and a grateful heart, He blesses us in return.