Teaching Outline

GPNaz Teaching Outline – December 22, 2024
“Changed in the Waiting” - Peace
The Word of the Lord: Luke 1:46–55

“The Magnificat”
 
 

• Mary’s response to God’s choice is not one of fear or trepidation. Instead, she bursts forth into a melody of praise.

 
God Chooses Mary

• God’s choosing Mary reminds us that God usually doesn’t choose the person the world would choose. 

 
Messianic Hope

“He has brought down rulers from their thrones but has lifted up the humble.”
. “He has filled the hungry with good things but has sent the rich away empty.”

• In God’s kingdom, no one is considered less based on lack of status or power. God’s kingdom restructures power in a way that allows for a social leveling for all.

 
 Redemption of the World

• We are called to participate in the restoration and redemption of the world, to be agents of reconciliation and peace for the kingdom of God.

Rather, peace is discovered in our surrender:
when we yield to God’s unfolding plan with faithful trust.