Salvation in Christmas

Matthew 1:8 - In a way, you can say that Mary received salvation, “Jesus living on the inside.” What was growing inside of her was conceived by the Holy Spirit.

It’s so similar to our own salvation;

1. Mary had received the gift by faith – We receive Salvation by faith
2. Mary had not ‘known’ another man – We cannot have Jesus living on the inside by
knowing someone who is close to God.
3. It was God’s initiative – He plants faith in our hearts John 1:12
4. Mary was changed from the inside out – so are we.

From the birth of Jesus Mary’s life was then completely different. She was dramatically changed from the inside out. Everything she did was now with Jesus in mind. Here are some thoughts

1. Proclamation - She loved him – “love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind and
strength.” Matt 22:37
2. Provision - She looked after him - “what you do to the least of these you do to me”
Matt 25:40
3. Position – Jesus became the centre of her world – John 15:5
4. Possession – She became selfless – “It’s no longer I that live but Christ who lives in me.”
Gal 2:20
5. Personal – She kept Jesus close to her heart – “and all these things she kept close in her
heart.” Luke 2:51