The birth of Jesus Christ is a story of submission and obedience, as seen in the lives of Mary and Joseph. Mary, a teenage girl, is chosen by God to bear Jesus, and she responds with a submissive spirit, saying 'May it be done to me according to your word.' Joseph, Mary's husband, is also faced with a difficult decision, but he chooses to obey God's command, taking Mary as his wife despite the shame and ridicule they will face. This story teaches us about the importance of submission and obedience to God's will, even when we don't understand it.
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