Praying for Oaks, Receiving Acorns

The speaker discusses the concept of praying for big things and receiving smaller beginnings, emphasizing the importance of stewarding and nurturing the small beginnings to see them grow. They also explore the idea of walls and gates, combining God's work and human effort in fulfilling His mandate. The chapter concludes with a reflection on why the angel Gabriel was sent to deliver the message to Mary instead of a personal visit from God.