However, no matter how she saw herself before God, He was reaching into her life and granting her the privilege of bearing His Son. Mary’s counterintuitive response to her selection by God should quickly take us to Jesus and the cross, a far more counterintuitive event. He served in local church ministry for over 16 years before coming to Lifeway. Finally, we seek to orient our lives to bring God glory out of loving gratitude for His goodness to us. It is in this sense that all generations will call her, and all of us blessed. The Greek word that has been translated, means to “jump for joy” or “exult.”  Mary’s heart was flooded with deep happiness beyond normal pleasure. Christ was the descendant through whom the whole world would be blessed and Mary understood this. In response to the advent of redemption, she praises God as if this divine vision has already been realized. 2. Mary was a sinner in need of God's saving grace as are all of us who were born in sin. Mary is not singing about God being a "Saviour" in general, but she says, "God my Saviour." The Holy God Blesses Mary. But now what? When away from church I don’t get a bulletin with these scriptures but would appreciate keeping up on the reading. The Bible doesn’t clearly say. At any moment the Lord can take away the riches of those who don’t deserve them causing them to be. She was not surprised when her son eventually announced that He was the Messiah for she had known Jesus’ mission even before His birth. Like the early Jewish-Christian believers, Mary was faithful to her Jewish heritage till the end. Explore. At the same time that her baby leaped for joy “in her womb”… “Elisabeth was filled with the Holy Ghost.”  Note:  The New Testament distinguishes between having or being “full of the Holy Spirit” (see Acts 6:3) as Jesus was (see Luke 4:1), which is true of every believer, and being filled with the Spirit which is the Christian’s duty and privilege (see Ephesians 1:13-14; 5:18). Mary saw God as remembering His mercy, so in this verse she said, This is a reference to the covenant that God made with, This of course was the Abrahamic Covenant (see Genesis 12:1-3) where God promised to give the land of Canaan to him and to his, or his descendants. Catholic author Sonja Corbitt on Mary's hymn of praise to God and her book "Exalted" by Jon Leonetti published on 2019-11-26T16:37:11Z. In response to Elisabeth’s words of blessing, this verse says, Mary’s words here begin a beautiful song of praise and exaltation to the Lord called the “, .”  It’s similar to Hannah’s song of praise (see I Samuel 2:1-10). The city where Elizabeth lived is not mentioned, but it must’ve been close to Jerusalem since she and her husband Zacharias who was a priest, would have lived close to Jerusalem so that he could serve in the temple. This was a moment to cherish forever! She had seen Him show mercy on those who love and worship Him. Amen. To “fear” God means to cherish reverence and … She does not deserve, nor should she receive people’s prayers. E. Mary praises God for His justice (Luke 1:52-53). She had been divinely chosen to bear the incarnate Son of God. This description is important in setting the context of the hymn's statements. He is God. Just as Mary was sustained by His promise, so too, all God’s people can be encouraged by God’s faithfulness to His word. But there is one more step we can take in driving this session home with our kids this week—we can take them to what it looks like (or should look like, more precisely) when we trust in Jesus. This response from John in his mother’s “womb” was no doubt initiated by the “Holy Spirit,” for Gabriel had told Zacharias that John would be filled with the Holy Spirit even in Elisabeth’s “womb” (see Luke 1:15). from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and a D.Min. In other words, every future generation would recognize and honor her. His goodness and mercy should evoke a heart that rejoices; a heart that wants to sing of His praises. Mary rejoiced in God as a saving God, which implies... Mary understood being chosen by God … We hope to see you as a part of our community soon and God Bless! Our first verse says “And Mary arose in those days, and went into the hill country with haste, into a city of Juda.”  The phrase “in those days” refers to the time when the angel appeared to Mary. Still speaking of God’s strength, Mary said in this verse that “He hath put down the mighty from their seats, and exalted them of low degree.”  The Lord can pull down the mighty from their inherited or acquired positions. As I’ve mentioned before, Psalm 145 is one of my favorite praise passages because it talks all about God’s awesome attributes as well as His mighty works. What He began in His humble servant has spread through the world as the good news of Christ is told in all nations to all people. which is a reference to the nation that was called to serve the Lord (see Exodus 19:5-6). My soul praises the greatness of the Lord. Mary knew the Scriptures. Mary was one of those who exalted God this way. In this verse Mary continued to say “He hath filled the hungry with good things; and the rich he hath sent empty away.”  In God’s strength “the hungry” can be fed and the selfish “rich” can be deprived of their resources. Mary as a First Century Jewish Woman. No doubt, spending this time with her relative gave “Mary” many opportunities to reflect on God’s greatness and goodness to both Israel and to her. No matter how low you get, you can be lifted up in a moment. Six months later, God sent Gabriel again, but this time to a young virgin who was engaged to be married to a man named Joseph. Then Luke tells us that Elisabeth soon conceived and stayed out of the public for five months while commenting on what God was doing in her life (see Luke 1:24-25). The Bible is full of examples of people using music to praise God. 49 For He who is mighty has done great things for me, And holy… Features Pricing Upload Sermon Get started for FREE. After stating that she magnified and rejoiced in the Lord, starting in this verse, Mary gives her reasons for her attitude of praise. Just as Mary is, Hannah was singing a song of praise for the child God was giving her. Mary’s Song Of Praise To God Jesus’ Life: Chapter 2 – Jesus’ Birth And Childhood Imagine a couple planning their wedding but then an Angel from God telling the woman that, by Divine power, she would conceive a Son from the Holy Spirit before her wedding day. Mary offered a hymn of praise to God as she and Elizabeth greeted each other. So, God’s promise of the Messiah was affirmed by Elisabeth who herself had experienced God’s gracious and miraculous work in her. She didn’t own any property, she didn’t have any servants, and there were no prospects for any of those things to become a reality. In fact, this is often called the Hymn of the Incarnation. (vs. 48). This was probably the greatest sense of joy she had ever experienced! Luke’s account of Jesus’ ministry often focuses on how He reached out to the outcasts of society. Lord, oh, Lord. They praise the REAL GOD who set the stars in place and yet is so intimate that He creates life in a woman’s womb. Then we see our sinfulness in light of the holiness and beauty of God and our need of salvation. Mary, a humble woman and engaged to Joseph, on hearing that she would give … Continue reading "Mary’s Song Of Praise To God" Check out who was the first to mention “Messiah” in Scripture. That was God’s mercy toward her. The praise of Mary, frankly, is a classic example of pure worship. The Hail Mary (Latin: Ave Maria) is a traditional Scripture-based Christian prayer of praise for and petition to the Blessed Virgin Mary.Since the sixteenth century, the Roman Catholic version of the prayer closes with an appeal for her intercession.Largely based on two phrases in the Gospel of Luke, the prayer takes different forms in various traditions. You did not have to bless us but You did. It also extends praise to God for His faithfulness to the righteous remnant down through history and for their future vindication. Elisabeth’s unborn child, John jumped for joy in her, at the sound of Mary’s voice. C. Mary praises God for His mercy (Luke 1:50). This was probably the greatest sense of joy she had ever experienced! This was a moment to cherish forever! (vs. 52). 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. A. Mary’s trip to see Elizabeth (Luke 1:39-40). She had seen God’s mercy in her people’s history and in her own. In her song, she refers to God as her Lord, her Savior, the Mighty One, holy, merciful, performing mighty deeds, scattering the proud, bringing down rulers and lifting up the humble, filling the hungry, sending the selfish rich away empty-handed, and keeping his promises to Israel, his chosen people. Get our latest tips and leader helps with our free monthly e-newsletter. But in the New Testament, believers are said to be full of the Holy Spirit, which means the Holy Spirit abides within u (see John 14:17; Romans 8:11; I Corinthians 3:16). Praise is all about God. God shows mercy to those who fear Him. Psalm 40:3, for instance, says: “He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God.” This verse indicates that not only is music a beautiful way to praise God, but that He has actually gifted us with music for this reason. By His grace, the Lord chose Israel to be His covenant nation. Church 1,028 views. 2. MARY’S SONG OF PRAISE (Luke 1:46-55) 46. ***The Sunday School Lesson, Union Gospel Press Curriculum; The Bible Expositor and Illuminator***, Your email address will not be published. A Song of Praise. (vs. 49). In her song Mary sings of the future when, finally, God’s justice will come about. She knew God to be merciful, why? Mary calls each of us to magnify God at work in and around us. It appears that Mary’s spirit rejoiced in God her Savior primarily because she first proclaimed His greatness. It speaks of His essential nature as being. 1. So, God’s promise of the Messiah was affirmed by Elisabeth who herself had experienced God’s gracious and miraculous work in her. Note:  What makes this entire song of praise so impressive is that in Jewish culture at the time of Jesus’ birth, young girls like Mary rarely had the opportunity for any formal schooling. The longest quote from Jesus’ mother was recorded in St. Luke’s Gospel: a hymn of praise to God, inspired by her encounter with her kinswoman St. Elizabeth. (vs. 47). Before coming to Lifeway, Brian served in local church ministry for seventeen years in family, discipleship, and pastoral ministry. Before Mary became the wife of Joseph, an intense longing possessed her for communion with Elizabeth. Notice the personal touch Mary gives her praise. This may be further evidence that Mary had a real understanding and knowledge of God’s Word. Hannah had been barren, but God answered her prayer, and now she brings her young boy, Samuel, to the temple and dedicates him to the Lord, to live in God's house. The phrase, indicates that Mary understood the power of God, and recognized His use of that power in what He was doing for, with, and through her. We must never strip away Mary’s Jewishness from her. demonstration of humility! III. Even more than Mary, Jesus perfectly modeled humble, God-honoring obedience. And that’s where the margin for pride exists. The exact lineage of how Mary and Elizabeth were related is uncertain. Mary traveled many miles to visit Elisabeth after her angelic visit. Her understanding of what God … The manner of God’s kingdom is explained in this week’s lesson in Mary’s hymn of praise which was filled with important messianic truths. Recommended tracks Fr. Mary rejoiced in God’s grace and praised Him for the wonderful thing He was doing in her, for the attributes of His nature, and for His faithfulness to Israel. We need to take our kids to Jesus. Her faith in God would not be disappointed, because God always keeps the commitments He makes. from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and is currently earning a Ph.D. from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. is another form of Judea, the province south of Galilee which included Nazareth, Mary’s home. It also revealed her deep understanding of the Old Testament Scriptures as does her entire Magnificat. This is what Mary said: On this, the fourth Sunday of Advent, we light the candle of love. Each week in bulletin is short summary of weekly lesson. What is indicated is that this visit with Elizabeth would encourage and strengthen “Mary” for the difficult challenges that were ahead of her. In this verse she said “He hath holpen his servant Israel, in remembrance of his mercy.”  Mary rejoiced in how the Lord had “holpen (or helped) his servant Israel” which is a reference to the nation that was called to serve the Lord (see Exodus 19:5-6). And she models for us in her song of praise a mind that is saturated with the Scriptures. We should be challenged to know the Scriptures like she did. She had no wealth or social status. However, in this case, “Mary” must have been a great help to Elisabeth who was experiencing a first pregnancy in her old age. Mary was so happy that she broke into joyful praise to God and, even though she probably didn't actually sing, her words have come to be known as "Mary's Song" and have been set to music by many composers. The prayer can be either spoken or sung, and the Church frequently incorporates it into its Liturgy. Christianity was still linked to the synagogue. Mary also displayed a heart of humility. 1. It is a hymn of praise to God who is incarnate in Christ, and in Mary's case in her very womb. Now, she was not just looking forward to His coming, she was the central figure in His arrival. So, as a result of the joy she was experiencing, Elisabeth spoke “out with a loud voice” first, speaking of Mary saying “Blessed art thou among women.”  It should be noted that these are the same words that Gabriel said to Mary when he appeared to her (see Luke 1:28). The word “Blessed” here means “honored” or “highly favored.”  Under the influence of the Holy Spirit, Elisabeth declared that Mary was honored more than any other woman. God remains in control of every situation and can change it whenever He wants. She knew before anyone else that God was ready to do a great kingdom shift. 1. C. A blessing for Mary’s faith (Luke 1:45). Latitude:28.571892 Longitude:-80.84415 Attitude: Thankful. Gabriel had told her an astonishing thing—she as a virgin would be the mother of the Son of God, “For nothing will be impossible with God” (Luke 1:37). WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW AND UNDERSTAND This passage of Scripture is the epitome of what the human reaction should be in light of God’s blessings. She does not plead their cases in heaven. Zechariah was filled with the Holy Spirit as he uttered words of praise to God and described the missions of both his son, John, and that of Jesus, the Messiah (Luke 1:67-79). This verse says “He hath shewed strength with his arm; he hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts.”  Mary’s song of praise shows that God takes the world’s values and expectations and turns them upside down. This verse goes on to say “And she spake out with a loud voice, and said, Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.”  At that moment, being filled with the Holy Spirit enabled Elisabeth to speak with understanding about Mary and her unborn son without having any previous knowledge of Mary’s conception. from the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Brian, his wife, Tara, and their three children—Joshua, Hannah, and Caleb—live in Murfreesboro, TN, where Brian enjoys drinking coffee and teaching 4-5 graders at City Church. She. John would be born to a couple deemed too old to have a child—a miracle birth of sorts. B. Mary praises God for His grace and holiness (Luke 1:48-49). This filling was periodic and not permanent (see Judges 13:25; 14:6, 19; 15:14-15; 16:20-21, 28-30; Psalms 51:11). However, no matter how she saw herself before God, He was reaching into her life and granting her the privilege of bearing His Son. But there is no suggestion in any way that “Mary” left Nazareth in order to hide her pregnancy. Even before he was born, John was performing the function that God had given him. However, although Jesus certainly did seek to save the wealthy and powerful sinners as well (see Luke 5:27-32; John 3:1-18), He also had a particular concern for those who were down and out. Lesson:  Luke 1:39-56; Time of Action: 7 or 6 B.C. This verse says “And whence is this to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me?”  In essence, Elisabeth said to Mary “You are the mother of my Lord, and you have come to me! In addition, Elisabeth also spoke of Mary’s son declaring “blessed is the fruit of thy womb.”  Of course, “the fruit of thy womb” refers to Jesus. Not only did Mary’s soul magnify or enlarge the Lord, but she also proclaimed that, are both often used to refer to one’s innermost being, the Scriptures sometimes indicate a difference. It’s GOOD NEWS for a new year. What an encouraging (and convicting!) A. Mary’s trip to see Elizabeth (Luke 1:39-40). The Magnificat: Praise for God's Salvation for His People (Luke 1:49-55) While the first section of Mary's psalm of praise gives praise to God, the second recounts some of the examples of God's saving acts towards Israel: "His mercy extends to those who fear him, from generation to generation. What does it mean that God is merciful? Mary was confessing her personal need of salvation. VII. 12 talking about this. Now Mary praises God for what He’s done for Israel. A blessing for Mary and her son (Luke 1:41-42). Our call to trust mightily in God for His promises is taken from the words of Mary the mother of Jesus and her cousin Elizabeth. Every child of God should be grateful that God is merciful. He would choose Israel and bless the world through His Servant, Jesus Christ, who would bring down the proud ones, such as the temple leadership who would oppose Him. Mary also spoke of God’s holiness saying “holy is his name.”  To say that His “name” was holy refers to more than just God’s name. This verse continues to say “And entered into the house of Zacharias, and saluted Elisabeth.”  When Mary finally arrived at the home of “Zacharias” and “Elizabeth,” she “saluted Elisabeth.”  In other words, Mary greeted “Elizabeth” upon arriving at their home. All my love, all my praise to you. III. - Duration: 12:39. Although the term. MARY'S SONG OF GOD'S REDEMPTIVE ACTS. Mary glorified God in song for what he was going to do for the world through her! MARY’S RETURN HOME (Luke 1:56). If you would like to support our ministry you may do so by clicking the link below. In other words, in the Old Testament, a person was filled with the Holy Spirit in order to perform feats of strength or give them special guidance. Body, soul, and spirit have come together. B. Mary arrives at the home of Elizabeth (Luke 1:40). She didn’t own any property, she didn’t have any servants, and there were no prospects for any of those things to become a reality. She says “my soul” magnifies the Lord, and “my spirit” rejoiced in God “my Saviour.”  In her own experience Mary had come to know and appreciate the goodness of her Lord. The Hail Mary (Latin: Ave Maria) is a traditional Scripture-based Christian prayer of praise for and petition to the Blessed Virgin Mary.Since the sixteenth century, the Roman Catholic version of the prayer closes with an appeal for her intercession.Largely based on two phrases in the Gospel of Luke, the prayer takes different forms in various traditions. Mary’s hymn of praise to God The longest quote from Jesus’ mother was recorded in St. Luke’s Gospel: a hymn of praise to God, inspired by her or that part of her that makes her a living human being (see Genesis 2:7) recognizes God’s greatness and magnificence. When Mary spoke of rejoicing in God she expressed a sudden surge of great happiness. I. God was working out His purpose for and through Mary. Mary’s Song of Praise, found in Luke 1:46-56, is a response of a young girl who was facing a tremendous challenge in her life; a challenge that could only be met with God’s presence, God’s word and God’s power. III. Mary's Magnificat is strongly reminiscent of Hannah's song of praise (1 Samuel 2:1-10). Brian earned a D.Min. And He is worthy of all our praise for that fact alone. refers to the time when the angel appeared to Mary. For sure, nothing should be taken away from Mary’s reputation, but nothing should be added either. The pregnant women—Elizabeth and Mary—were relatives. Go back to your childhood playground and remember what it was like to be chosen early—or first!—for kickball. Brian Dembowczyk is the team leader for The Gospel Project for Kids. Mary’s exaltation of God continued with her reference to Him as, refers to something powerful, strong, and capable. (vs. 54). Mary's Song of Praise is a Reaction to What God is Doing in Her Life (Luke 1:46-50) Verse 46-47 "And Mary said, My soul doth magnify the Lord, And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour." Mary's hymn expresses praise to God for his treatment of her, but then extends her praise to how God has treated the righteous throughout the ages and how he will vindicate them fully in the future. In this verse Mary continues to say “And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.”  Not only did Mary’s soul magnify or enlarge the Lord, but she also proclaimed that “my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.”  Although the words “soul” and “spirit” are both often used to refer to one’s innermost being, the Scriptures sometimes indicate a difference. In this verse Mary expanded her focus on God’s grace to His mercy saying, “And his mercy is on them that fear him from generation to generation.”  When the Old Testament was translated into Greek, the word for “mercy” (eleos) was used to translate the Hebrew term hesed which speaks of kindness that is guaranteed by faithfulness to a covenant. At least that is how we tend to operate in our fallen humanity. 48 For He has regarded the low estate of His servant; surely, from now on all generations will call me blessed. The phrase “he hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts” seems to mean that although the “proud” may prosper for a time, God demonstrates His power to scatter them so that they are not able to achieve what they have imagined they could (see Genesis 11:1-9). Mary generalizes her praise: God's mercy extends to those who fear him. She said “For he hath regarded the low estate of his handmaiden: for, behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed.”  When Mary said that God “hath regarded the low estate of his handmaiden” she recognized that before God she was nothing more than a “handmaiden,” that is a female slave. Is there a place to find the weekly scriptures that are listed for weekly reading? Understanding what God is doing, Mary possesses a mood of joy. He was preparing the way for the entrance of Jesus the Messiah (see Luke 3:3-4). By His grace, the Lord chose Israel to be His covenant nation. John Cush on what theology is, why it matters, and how to better apply it in our lives by Jon Leonetti published on 2020-11-16T19:30:36Z Catholic author Emily Jaminet on Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus by Jon Leonetti This type of reversal comes through the strong “arm” of God. This inspiring prayer has been called the song of both the Mother of God and … Mary’s hymn of praise to God . When you are chosen for something—especially if you are the first one or only one chosen—it is easy to believe you were chosen because you are good—or the best—at that for which you were chosen. Those who “fear” or reverence the Lord enjoy the constant commitment of “His mercy” in their lives. Hi, Gail. Note:  Mary’s song of praise struck a note that is heard numerous times throughout the Gospel of Luke. It also revealed her deep understanding of the Old Testament Scriptures as does her entire Magnificat. This was an expression of God’s grace. 23 talking about this. God has promised to bring about His rule on earth and to bring the rule of man to an end. She was not immaculately conceived. posted several suggested family Bible reading plans, Salvation & God’s Ability to Make Choices [Ep. Every good thing we have and enjoy is by His grace, for there is nothing in us that deserves His blessing. In addition to her faithfulness to Israel’s law, the fact that Mary was honored by God above all other women to be the mother of Jesus, also testified to her nobility of character and purity of heart. Elizabeth, Mary’s relative, praised Mary in Luke 1:42–44, but her praise is based on the blessing of giving birth to the Messiah. This title is given to God, the Messiah. Jesus’ Life: Chapter 2 – Jesus’ Birth And Childhood Imagine a couple planning their wedding but then an Angel from God telling the woman that, by Divine power, she would conceive a Son from the Holy Spirit before her wedding day. Leave a comment below. A. Mary praises God for her Saviour (Luke 1:46-47). Your email address will not be published. For Mary, God's name is wonderful because His character is true. Thus, she was moved to … The scripture text comes from Luke 1:39-56. Here it means “happy” just as when it is used in the Beatitudes. Explore. In fact, after this Mary spoke a song of praise to the Lord, extoling His mindfulness to those of humble state and His mercy and faithfulness (Luke 1:46–55). Those of us who have received Jesus as our Saviour are “them that fear him.”  He has put in our hearts the awe and respect for Him that we didn’t have when we were lost. Note:  God’s people can be confident that He will do what He says. Mary was one of those who exalted God this way. Note:  This wasn’t an easy journey for “Mary.”  It was at least seventy miles from Nazareth in the north to the southern region of Judea. Why has something so good happened to me?”  With her question, Elisabeth recognized how honored she was to be visited by the mother of her, knowing that she had done nothing to deserve it. Christ was the descendant through whom the whole world would be blessed and Mary understood this. The presence of the Holy Spirit in Elisabeth caused her to declare both Mary and her son as “blessed” or highly favored by God. Nevertheless, “Mary” returned to Nazareth to live in her family home, for her marriage to Joseph had not yet been finalized. (vs. 53). This is a remarkable song that could fit well among the psalms or in the writings of the Hebrew prophets. As believers, we too should often pause to thank God for His grace in our lives. Mary praised God’s greatness, not her own. He would lift up the lowly. Brian, his wife Tara, and their three children, Joshua, Hannah, and Caleb, live in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. And so He would prove Himself to be, for God’s angel had previously said to her “you shall call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins” (Mt 1:21). She didn’t ascend bodily into heaven. She had them hidden in her heart and mind. II. Mary joins with the magnificent praise of the angels on how God was about to change the case of history. 2. CBN is comprised of small businessmen and businesswomen. We thank you for visiting our Sunday School Ministry. She knew deliverance from sin and enjoyment of fellowship with God for He was her. “Juda” or Judea included Jerusalem and the “hill country” surrounding it. Now Mary praises God for what He’s done for Israel. Seminars, networking, and access to local business opportunities are just a few. In verse 46, Mary says, “My soul doth magnify the Lord…” Magnify means to praise highly, to celebrate in praise, to render or esteem glorious. In Mary’s day, many feared God and looked forward to the coming of the Messiah. A blessing for Mary’s presence (Luke 1:43-44). 1. Luke 1:39-56. The silence was finally broken when the angel Gabriel appeared to Zacharias, the elderly priest, while he served in the temple and revealed that he and his wife, Elizabeth would have a son who would prepare Israel for the Messiah (see Luke 1:5-17). God can easily overturn man’s achievements whenever He wants to. D. Mary praises God for His power (Luke 1:51). For behold, from now on all generations (H)will call me blessed; 49 for (I)he who is mighty (J)has done great things for me, Notice the personal touch Mary gives her praise. After stating that she magnified and rejoiced in the Lord, starting in this verse, Mary gives her reasons for her attitude of praise. Greater Acquaintance M.B. After the angel told Mary that her relative Elizabeth had miraculously conceived a son (see Luke 1:36), “Mary” quickly left Nazareth and went to see her. 2. INTRODUCTION. Look for the ways that God is at work in your life. When I see this amazing humility of Mary in response to God’s calling on her life, I am reminded of the greater humility of Jesus when God sent Him to earth on His mission (see Philippians 2). Mary was so happy that she broke into joyful praise to God and, even though she probably didn't actually sing, her words have come to be known as "Mary's Song" and have been set to music by many composers. Sisters, and all Saints of the Most High God, let us hear these words and draw courage for they were written for all who put their trust in the Lord! Then remember what it may have been like to be chosen last—or even given to the other team! Updated August 16, 2016. According to Daniel 2:21 “He (God) changeth the times and the seasons: he removeth kings, and setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding.”  Note:  Exodus 6:6 says “Wherefore say unto the children of Israel, I am the Lord, and I will bring you out from under the burdens of the Egyptians, and I will rid you out of their bondage, and I will redeem you with a stretched out arm, and with great judgments.”  It was the power of God that delivered Israel from bondage. In a sense, the unborn Jesus, the Messiah of Israel and His forerunner John, were together for the first time. It must have taken several days for “Mary” to make the trip. 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