Forgive the audio quality.--We have in this account the birth of Jesus Christ from the perception of Mary.-1. Mary exercised faith- V38 as hard as it was to believe for Mary that being a virgin she would conceive a child, Mary accepted it, Mary believed it.-2. Mary expressed Felicity- v46- Mary was not downcast she is joyful despite what was happening in her life. In her processing her fear you can't miss her joy. -3. Mary experienced favour from God- Mary did not feel worthy to carry the Lord but never discounted the privilege. Despite suffering the reproach of men she still considered it a high privilege.