1 Corinthians 1:27 But God chose the foolish things of the world

to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to

shame the strong. - (NIV84)

2 Corinthians 4:7 But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show

that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. 8 We

are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but

not in despair; 9 persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down,

but not destroyed. - (NIV84)

Isaiah 7:14 Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The

virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and will call him

Immanuel. - (NIV84)

Luke 1:30 But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, you

have found favor with God. 31 You will be with child and give

birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus. - (NIV84)

Weak vessels reserved for great glory

1. God is not dependent on human ability or power

2. He did chose the weak things to shame the strong

3. An answer to prayer to provide a vessel for God

4. No weakness hinders God to accomplish his plan

5. God accomplished what was humanly impossible