Knowing The Word in Luke 1:46-56, The Magnificat

What would cause you to burst out into soul-filled praise to the Lord? In this song, Mary proclaims the gospel before her son, Jesus, does. Thirty years later he would proclaim what God was doing. Thirty-three years later at the cross he would prove the meaning of his name: “The Lord Saves.”

46 And Mary said,

“My soul magnifies the Lord, 47 and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, 48 for he has looked on the humble estate of his servant. For behold, from now on all generations will call me blessed; 49 for he who is mighty has done great things for me, and holy is his name. 50 And his mercy is for those who fear him from generation to generation. 51 He has shown strength with his arm; he has scattered the proud in the thoughts of their hearts; 52 he has brought down the mighty from their thrones and exalted those of humble estate; 53 he has filled the hungry with good things, and the rich he has sent away empty. 54 He has helped his servant Israel, in remembrance of his mercy, 55 as he spoke to our fathers, to Abraham and to his offspring forever.”

56 And Mary remained with her about three months and returned to her home.

Prayer: Father, would you give me a voice like Mary’s today to sing your praises to others and to stand in awe of your saving grace. Amen.