Mary in the scriptures, a story untold, Angel came to her, a message of gold. Betrothed, engaged, life set in its ways, Then Gabriel appears, in a heavenly haze. "You'll bear a son," the angel proclaimed, But scandal and judgment, her heart was inflamed. Stoned for adultery, a risk so severe, Yet Mary said "yes," casting aside all fear. Joseph's reaction, a question in the air, Friends and family, how would they dare? "Son of God," a concept divine, Mary's "yes," a love that forever will shine. Say yes Say yes Ain't no call to dodge bullets, lay your life on the line, But standing for God ain't always a simple climb. Friends might laugh, fam might scoff and sneer, Saying you're old school, stuck in a bygone year. Risking ridicule, for the path you embrace, God's standards over the world's rat race. Advent's a season of giving, hearts open wide, But what about the love we keep locked inside? Like that song says, "Christmas all year long," Generosity's spirit, where does it belong? More than just December, gotta spread the cheer, Live that love daily, make God's presence clear. Say yes Say yes It ain't just about dying for the faith, a martyr's stand, It's living it daily, walking the promised land. Forgiveness flows, compassion takes hold, Judgment fades, a story to be told. Speak your truth, let your voice be heard, No fear in your heart, no unspoken word. Welcome Christ in, let Him light your way, Say "yes" to God, every single day. Dying's a moment, a flash in the pan, But living the faith, that's the real plan. Reflect on your path, the choices you make, "Yes" to God daily, for goodness sake. Say yes Say yes Check the verse, Luke 1:38, let the truth unfurl, Mary's humble words in a chaotic world. Angel Gabriel came, with news divine, A virgin birth, a Savior's design. Mary responded, with grace and with might, "I am the Lord's servant," shining her light. "May your word to me be fulfilled," she said, A moment of faith, forever in our head. No hesitation, no doubt in her soul, She embraced the mission, making her spirit whole. A young maiden, chosen for a sacred task, Her "yes" echoed, behind the angel's mask. So let's learn from Mary, her faith so true, When God calls on you, what will you do? Embrace the challenge, let your heart take flight, "I am the Lord's servant," shine your light. Say yes Say yes Luke 1 38 Loving God, Help us to say yes to you every day. Most of the time, we do not face a risk as Mary did, but sometimes we can be mocked by people who think being faithful to Christ is old fashioned or weak. Satan is alive and well in our world. Help us to say no to him and yes to You. In Jesus name, Amen.