Responding to Grace: Luke 1:26-38

Group Discussion Questions

1. What is one specific time your plans were completely wrecked, and how did you react?
2. Why do you think Mary was "greatly troubled" by the angel's positive greeting?
3. When Mary asks "How will this be?", how is her question different from doubting that God will keep His promises? How is it similar to how others have responded in the Bible?
4. Why was the news about Elizabeth's pregnancy (v. 36) helpful for Mary to hear at that specific moment?
5. Based on the text, did Mary do anything specific to earn this "favor" or "grace" from God?
6. How can receiving God’s grace actually be a disruption to a comfortable life?
7. Gabriel says "nothing will be impossible with God"—what does this mean in the context of God's promises?
8. If you viewed yourself primarily as a "servant of the Lord," how would that change your decision-making and response to God's grace?
9. What is the biggest thing holding you back from saying "Let it be to me according to your word" to God?
10. What is one practical way you can respond to God's grace this week? How is He calling you?