INTRODUCTION: One of the challenges of gift-giving is to give someone something they aren’t expecting but really need and want.
Share Mary’s Humility
And Mary said: "My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has been mindful
of the humble state of his servant. V. 46-48
Exercise Mary’s Faith
-Though she questioned the angel, when he said all things are possible with God, she responded with faith.
* Mary heard and obeyed. This is what made her special.
-As Jesus was saying these things, a woman in the crowd called out, "Blessed is the mother who gave you birth
and nursed you." He replied, "Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and obey it." Luke 11:27, 28
-Someone told him, "Your mother and brothers are standing outside, wanting to see you." He replied, "My
mother and brothers are those who hear God's word and put it into practice." Luke 8: 20, 21
Invite Christ In
"I am the Lord's servant," Mary answered. "May it be to me as you have said." V. 38
- Invite Christ into your life for a “born again” experience.
Experience Mary’s Endurance (Highs and Lows)
And Mary said: "My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior 46
Then Simeon blessed them and said to Mary, his mother: "This child is destined to cause the falling and rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed. And a sword will pierce your own soul too." Luke 2:34, 35
(Mary at the foot of the cross)
Proclaim Mary’s Message
His mercy extends to those who fear him...he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. He has brought down rulers from their thrones but has lifted up the humble….He has helped his servant Israel, remembering to be merciful to Abraham and his descendants forever, even as he said to our fathers." Vs. 50 - 55
Mary teaches us how to respond to Christ's Kingdom which will destroy
CONCLUSION: