March 14
Luke 1:26-56
How would you respond to an angel’s appearance proclaiming that a child would be born to you despite being a virgin? Mary is often neglected in Protestantism and overly elevated by other traditions. What she is, is a powerful example of a faithful, humble servant of God. She does not understand how the message of the angel is possible, but she is willing to go ahead with what God has told her.
Mary not only responds with faith but also responds with praise. When Mary travels to visit her relative, Elizabeth, she speaks with an extended verse of praise. What has been traditionally called the Magnificat (Latin for the word glorify) is an amazing declaration of God’s greatness. She speaks of God's holiness, mercy, and power that is able to accomplish his will. This understanding of God’s greatness and, in response, our obedience, humility, and praise should mark our lives as well. God wants to use us, as he did Mary, so we need to embrace her attitudes of faith, obedience, and praise as we go throughout our lives.
Father God, help me to be your humble servant. Help me to conform my life to your ways, and walk in obedience to all you have commanded for me. Amen.
How can you imitate the way of Mary today?
How would you respond to an angel’s appearance proclaiming that a child would be born to you despite being a virgin? Mary is often neglected in Protestantism and overly elevated by other traditions. What she is, is a powerful example of a faithful, humble servant of God. She does not understand how the message of the angel is possible, but she is willing to go ahead with what God has told her.
Mary not only responds with faith but also responds with praise. When Mary travels to visit her relative, Elizabeth, she speaks with an extended verse of praise. What has been traditionally called the Magnificat (Latin for the word glorify) is an amazing declaration of God’s greatness. She speaks of God's holiness, mercy, and power that is able to accomplish his will. This understanding of God’s greatness and, in response, our obedience, humility, and praise should mark our lives as well. God wants to use us, as he did Mary, so we need to embrace her attitudes of faith, obedience, and praise as we go throughout our lives.
Father God, help me to be your humble servant. Help me to conform my life to your ways, and walk in obedience to all you have commanded for me. Amen.
How can you imitate the way of Mary today?
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