In this Advent message from Luke 1:26–38, we look at Mary’s encounter with the angel Gabriel and discover what it truly means to prepare for the coming of Christ. God initiates His saving work in grace, reveals His redemptive plan in the person of Jesus, demonstrates His power through the miraculous conception, and invites His people into a humble response of faith. Mary’s story teaches us that Advent is a season of trust—trust in God’s initiative, trust in His promises, trust in His power, and trust that His Word never fails. Join us as we reflect on how Mary’s faith shapes our own as we await the coming King.