God spoke to Mary (through an angel): “You will be with child….” God spoke to Joseph (in a dream through an angel): “Take Mary home as your wife.” God spoke to the shepherds (through angels): “Today in the city of David, a Savior has been born to you.”

God spoke to Mary and the shepherds “out of the blue.” God spoke to Joseph in response to his dilemma.

In the past God spoke to our forefathers through the prophets at many times and in various ways. (Hebrews 11:1)

Sometimes God speaks to us “out of the blue.” An angel of the Lord said to Philip, “Go south to the road that goes down from Jerusalem to Gaza.” (Acts 8:26) The Spirit told Philip, “Go to that chariot and stay near it.” (Acts 8:29) Shechem Jerusalem Gaza

God spoke to Mary and the shepherds “out of the blue.” God spoke to Joseph in response to his dilemma

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When you want God to “solve” your dilemma: Make sure you’re already following His voice in the Bible. Your Word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path. (Psalm 119:105) Seek godly advice. Plans fail for lack our counsel, but with many advisers they succeed. (Proverbs 15:22) Ask God to tell you what to do! If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. (James 1:5)

Trust that God still speaks “out of the blue. ” Be open to that Trust that God still speaks “out of the blue.” Be open to that. Invite that. Trust that God still speaks into our dilemmas. Listen for His voice in the Bible and through other people, but believe that He can speak to you in your situation.