Have you ever wondered what it would have been like to be close to Jesus when He was on the earth? It would have been amazing to be in His inner circle.

 

We know of a remarkable woman, a family member, who would have been able to be around to watch the most amazing life unfold.

 

Her name was Elizabeth. An aunt of Jesus.

 

We read in Luke that everyone thought that the time for Elizabeth to become a mother was passed. In those days people thought sin prevented pregnancy, so this godly woman went through great sorrow.

 

But Gabriel, an angel, told her priest husband that she would conceive. She did, and later, when visiting her cousin Mary, felt her own son jump in her womb! Even he knew the significance of such a woman!

 

Elizabeth’s son would be named John, and he would be given the privilege of introducing the world to the Man, Jesus. Both mothers would endure great tragedy in their lives, but would enjoy fellowship forever with them in glory.

 

Elizabeth knew how to be steady during momentous times. A great lesson for all of us.

 

Let’s pray.

 

Lord, sometimes you surprise us with great tasks. Help us to always be ready to stand when you call on us to do something great. Amen.