Virtuous Woman - Integrityনমুনা

Preparedness

Character Goal: Preparedness is a state of readiness for something expected and/or unexpected to occur. We can prepare ourselves to recognize God’s activity in our lives by reading His Word.

Biblical Character: Mary, Mother of Jesus

Scripture Readings: Luke 1:26-55

Discussion Questions

• Who does the angel go to?
• What has Mary found with God? Read Proverbs 3:3-4 *NKJ. What does this tell us about her? Where is truth found?
• The angel tells Mary of another miracle that has occurred. What is it? What do you think this does for Mary? What does this tell us about God?
• What statement does Mary make at the end of her conversation with the angel? What does this tell us about her?
• What does Mary recognize about who she is? About God? Why do you think this is important?
• After Mary receives this amazing news, where does she go? Why do you think she goes to her?
• How does Elizabeth respond to Mary’s visit? What do you think this does for Mary?
• Describe Mary’s song. In Mary’s song, she quotes 26 Old Testament scriptures. What does this tell us about her understanding and value of God’s word?
• How does this previous knowledge of scripture show Mary’s preparedness to receive God’s call for her life?
• How can knowing God’s word prepare you for the expected or unexpected things in your own life?
• Mary testifies of at least ten things God has done for His people. What are some of these things?
• What does Mary say about their ancestors? How do you think she knows these things?
• What do you think caused Mary to grow in her faith? How will we grow and strengthen our faith in God?
• What prepared Mary for the promise and plan God had for her life?
• As a female and an athlete, how can you prepare for the purposes and plans God has for your life?
• What does this story teach us about God? Women?

Training for Godliness:

Being prepared is fundamental to playing at the top of your game. Whether it is being prepared physically through diet and exercise for a longer game that you anticipated or mentally by knowing the plays, knowing that you are ready for anything gives you confidence in your play. How do you prepare for practice, a big game, or stressful competition? What are some ways you can apply these same principles to other areas of your life to prepare for both the expected and unexpected?

• What is one thing I learned from this story that I can apply to my life before the next lesson?

Core Truths:

• Knowing God’s word prepares us for the purposes and plans God has for our life
• God often provides people to walk alongside us in unknown circumstances
• God is over all things and intends His purposes for our good and His glory

Memory Verse:

Proverbs 31:15 - "She rises while it is still night and provides food for her household and portions for her female servants."