Luke 1:41–42 (NASB)
“When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, the baby leaped in her womb; and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. And she cried out with a loud voice, and said, ‘Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb!’”
Devotional Thought:
The presence of Jesus brought joy even before His birth. Elizabeth’s Spirit-filled cry was a testimony that Christ is the source of blessing. Gratitude springs when our hearts leap at His presence.
Three Comments:
- Gratitude acknowledges that Christ brings joy wherever He is present.
- The Spirit testifies to Jesus, even in the womb.
- True blessing flows from the fruit of Mary’s womb—the Savior of the world.
Poem – “The Leap of Joy”
The greeting carried glory,
The unborn child responded,
Joy overflowed in the womb,
Blessing filled the room,
Christ was near.
The Spirit bore witness,
The promise was alive,
A shout rose in praise,
A mother rejoiced in faith,
Hope filled her heart.
Gratitude leaped within,
Joy broke through silence,
Blessing was declared,
The Savior was present,
Peace was given.
Prayer:
Lord, thank You that even in the womb, Christ brought joy. Thank You that His presence fills ordinary rooms with extraordinary blessing.
Teach me to respond with gratitude when I sense Your nearness. May my heart leap with joy and my lips overflow with praise because Jesus is with me.
