It is common to desire favour from people who are in a position to give it. At the family level, children covet the favour of their parents. This frequently leads to sibling rivalry. Do you remember Esau and Jacob? The Scripture reveals that Jacob took over the favour and blessing due to his elder brother Esau. Joseph suffered in the hands of his brothers because he was more favoured by their father. There are examples of students’ rivalries in attempts to gain favour from their teachers.
The angel told Mary, “thou hast found favour with God.” This is the greatest favour anyone can desire. I am sure you too desire the favour of God. God found Mary to be godly. She was a virgin who yielded herself to God. No wonder, she was granted the greatest privilege of being the mother of Christ, the Saviour of the whole world. Yes, you desire God’s favour, but God wants you to surrender to Him. Today, you can find favour with God if you confess and forsake your sins, and surrender your life to Him.
Challenge: Surrender to Christ today and find His favour.
Prayer: Father, help me to live a life that attracts your favour.
Further Reading: Proverbs 3:1-8
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