SUNDAY, 22 DECEMBER 2024
TEXT:
LUKE 1:46-56
46: And Mary said: “My
soul glorifies the Lord
47: and my spirit
rejoices in God my Savior,
48: for he has been
mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call
me blessed,
49: for the Mighty One
has done great things for me— holy is his name.
50: His mercy extends
to those who fear him, from generation to generation.
51: He has performed
mighty deeds with his arm; he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost
thoughts.
52: He has brought down
rulers from their thrones but has lifted up the humble.
53: He has filled the
hungry with good things but has sent the rich away empty.
54: He has helped his
servant Israel, remembering to be merciful
55: to Abraham and his
descendants forever, just as he promised our ancestors.”
56: Mary stayed with
Elizabeth for about three months and then returned home.
(New
International Version Holy Bible)
TOPIC: THE SONG OF MARY
Mary's encounter with Elizabeth left a great mark in her heart about God's
greatness. It made her appreciate God for considering her fit for the
monumental task of carrying the saviour of the world in her womb.
Mary glorified the Lord
in what is considered her song in today's passage. She praised the Lord for
uplifting her to a new status; she spoke of the mercies of the Lord which
extends from generation to generation; and mentions the fact that this same God
provides for those who are hungry and humiliates the proud and haughty.
We should endeavour to
understand God's work in our lives so that we can appreciate Him every day.
QUESTION:
What do you make of God's dealings with you?
PRAYER:
Even when things are happening to me and do not go according to my plans, help
me to see You at work in my life so that I can praise You, O Lord, in Jesus
name. Amen.
Remain
Blessed
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