Does God choose people because of how good they are, or is it only according to His will? It’s been debated for centuries, but the Bible makes it clear that God’s choosing us has nothing to do with us, and everything to do with Him.
This is a good question that is on the mind of alot of Christians: Could Jesus have sinned? The answer hinges on the meaning of "could." The biblical answer is an emphatic "yes." Jesus could have sinned. Hebrews 2:18 says, "Because he himself has suffered when tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted." Jesus was tempted to sin. This was part of his full humanity.
God's Word Today Daily Web Devotional from Dr. Boice
The second thing Mary was looking for was a martyr. He was a dead martyr, to be sure–the best martyrs are always dead–but still a martyr. In place of this, God gave Mary a risen Savior.
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This is a good question that is on the mind of alot of Christians: Could Jesus have sinned? The answer hinges on the meaning of "could." The biblical answer is an emphatic "yes." Jesus could have sinned. Hebrews 2:18 says, "Because he himself has suffered when tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted." Jesus was tempted to sin. This was part of his full humanity. 
