On Sunday, December 5, 2021, Pastor Stuart shared a message in person and online via YouTube Live and Zoom. Pastor Stuart shared an encouragement that we will at times receive difficult assignments from the Lord, much like Mary did. We can gather strength from the fact that we are highly favored by the Lord and that our strength comes from the Holy Spirit when we fully give ourselves to the Lord.

“How will this be,” Mary asked the angel, “since I am a virgin?”
The angel answered, “The Holy Spirit will come on you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. …For nothing will be impossible with God.”
“I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.” Then the angel left her.
Luke 1:34-35, 37-38 (NIV)