Thomas Brooks emphasizes that being chosen by God as His treasured possession is a profound blessing that transcends worldly status and success. He explains that while many may achieve greatness in the eyes of the world, true holiness is a unique gift from God that signifies His special love and favor. Brooks reassures believers that despite worldly rejection or scorn, their identity as God's holy people should bring them joy and strength. Holiness, he asserts, is the true mark of spiritual richness and beauty bestowed by God. Ultimately, the sermon encourages believers to find comfort in their divine status as cherished by God.

Thomas Brooks emphasizes that during suffering times, particularly for righteousness and the gospel, God reveals His favor and grace to His people. He illustrates that while the world may inflict pain and persecution, God responds with blessings, joy, and a sense of His presence, transforming trials into opportunities for spiritual growth and deeper communion with Him. Brooks encourages believers to rejoice in their sufferings, as these moments often lead to divine rewards and a closer relationship with God, akin to the experiences of Paul and Silas in prison.

Chuck Smith emphasizes the significance of the angel Gabriel's announcement to Mary in Nazareth, a city often looked down upon, highlighting God's choice of an ordinary girl to bear the Savior. He explains the importance of Mary's virginity and her lineage, connecting her to the house of David, fulfilling prophecies about the Messiah. The angel's greeting to Mary as 'highly favored' illustrates the grace of God, not based on her righteousness but as a divine gift. Smith also addresses Mary's question about how this could happen, affirming the miraculous nature of the virgin birth and God's omnipotence. Ultimately, he reassures that with God, nothing is impossible, emphasizing the miraculous nature of Jesus' conception and birth.