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After Jesus’ mother Mary, Mary Magdalene is arguably the most famous female in the New Testament. But which Mary is she? The four gospels are full of women named Mary.
- Mary in The Bible
- The Calling of Mary
- Mary's Strengths
- Mary's Weaknesses
- Life Lessons
- Question For Reflection
- Key Bible Verses
Mary appears by name in the Synoptic Gospels and in the book of Acts. Luke contains the most references to Mary and places the greatest emphasis on her role in God's plan. Mary is mentioned by name in the genealogy of Jesus, in the annunciation, in Mary's visit with Elizabeth, in the birth of Jesus, in the visit of the wise men, in Jesus' presentat...
Fearful and troubled, Mary found herself in the presence of the angel Gabriel listening to his announcement. She could never have expected to hear the most incredible news—that she would have a child, and her son would be the Messiah. Although she could not comprehend how she would conceive the Savior, she responded to God with humble belief and ob...
The angel told Mary in Luke 1:28 that she was highly favored by God. This phrase simply meant that Mary had been given much graceor "unmerited favor" from God. Even with God's favor, Mary would still suffer much. Although she would be highly honored as the mother of the Savior, she would first know disgrace as an unwed mother. She nearly lost her f...
Mary was young, poor, and female. These qualities made her unsuitable in the eyes of her people to be used mightily of God. But God saw Mary's trust and obedience. He knew she would willingly serve God in one of the most important callings ever given to a human being. God looks at our obedience and trust—typically not the qualifications that humans...
Mary was willing to submit her life to God's plan no matter what it would cost her. Obedience to the Lord's will meant Mary would be disgraced as an unwed mother. Surely she expected Joseph to divorce her, or worse yet, he might even have her put to death by stoning (as the law permitted). Mary may not have considered the full extent of her future ...
Am I like Mary, willing to accept God's plan no matter the cost? Can I go a step further and rejoice in that plan as Mary did, knowing it will cost me dearly?
Luke 1:38 "I am the Lord's servant," Mary answered. "May it be to me as you have said." Then the angel left her. (NIV) Luke 1:46-50 (Excerpt From Mary's Song) 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. From now on all generations will call me blesse...
We first meet Mary in the bible as a young woman set apart by God, visited by the angel Gabriel who announced to Mary that she was to be the mother of the Son of God, our Savior. Her role had, in fact, been foreshadowed in the Old Testament book of Genesis (Gen. 3:15).
May 27, 2024 · Dive into an exploration of the powerful symbolism of Mary in the Bible. Discover her significance, meanings, and influence within different Christian interpretations, and how she shapes our understanding of women's roles in Biblical narratives.
The original stories about Mary in the Gospels: birth of Jesus, flight to Egypt, wedding at Cana, her son's turbulent ministry then his death by crucifixion
Women did what men did: teaching, leading worship, baptising. They were apostles, priests and bishops. She concentrates on Mary the Mother of Jesus, and the evidence in texts and images for her as a leader, teacher and high priest in the early Church. The case is set out clearly and the evidence is meticulously presented.
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