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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.
- 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...
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.
Feb 17, 2023 · Mary, Jesus' mother, is an almost larger-than life figure. But in reality, she faced many of the same doubts, fears and uncertainties as we do today. Here are five lessons from her story in the Bible, that can encourage us to trust God' plan for our lives...
Mary is ‘called Magdalene’ because she hailed from Magdala, a town on the west shore of the Sea of Galilee. Mary Magdalene is often considered to have been a prostitute, whose ‘seven devils’ (of lust) Jesus banished from her, leading her to give up a life of prostitution.
Mary is the "free" wife who is free of any subjection to sin—"whoever commits sin is the slave of sin" [John 8:34]. She is a voluntary virgin who nevertheless conceives and bears her Son through a miracle.
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Jun 1, 2024 · Following the Great Adventure Bible Timeline, the same one used in The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) podcast, Whispers of Mary invites Catholics to explore how Old Testament women...
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