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Reflect on Mary’s Magnificat (Luke 1:46–55). What stands out to you from Mary’s words?
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Instead of worrying about the future and all the difficulties it could bring for bearing a child out of wedlock, Mary was able to accept her mission from God in faith. She considered herself blessed that the Lord had done great things for her (v.48-49). Hence she praised and rejoiced in the Lord, instead of being sad (v.46-47). I think that this is remarkable from a young lady like her.
#women
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The Magnificat, from the Latin for “magnify.” Mary magnifies the Lord, proclaiming God’s greatness and rejoicing in God as Savior. She is exalting God, acknowledging His greatness. So beautiful, we all do well to praise God
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What a perfect way to express Mary’s emotions, in her song. That she has faith, courage and was obedience to God. Mary has a big heart and she is willing to sacrifice everything to fulfill God’s will. On the other hand, God does not look outward but inward of a person and Mary must have all the attributes and characteristics of a person that God chose her. Furthermore, no matter the circumstances, Mary knows that God will not abandon her. Mary is a blessed and special woman indeed.
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“Surely, from now on all generations will call me blessed.”
These words stand out to me because they show that Mary understands her significant role in history. And she is correct. Generations later we do know her and call her blessed.
As a middle age woman, I sometimes reflect upon my own life and things that have occurred and how I did not realize their significance at the time.
So, I think those words highlight the prophetess aspect of Mary’s character. But of course, when an angel of the Lord speaks to you and informs of such an amazing mission that’s been assigned to you, you gotta know something major is happening!
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Mary was a woman loved God was open to be used by God. She also was a woman who knew the old testment.