Search results
Mary showed tremendous humility of heart
- Much about Mary and her relationship with God is revealed when we read about her response to the angel when she was told she would give birth to the promised Messiah (see Luke 1:26–38). Mary showed tremendous humility of heart—the same humble quality we find in Yeshua (see Philippians 2:6–11).
www.biblegateway.com/learn/voices/a-lesson-from-mary-gods-humble-servant/
- 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...
- Despite Mary’s Fears, She Trusted God’s Word and Guidance for Her Life. When Mary received the angel Gabriel’s message that she would conceive Jesus through the Holy Spirit, she was afraid.
- In the Midst of Mary’s Trials, She Continued to Praise God. In the midst of Mary’s life-changing news that she would give birth to the Messiah, she continued to praise God.
- Mary’s Suffering Drew Her Closer to God. Being the mother of Jesus was Mary’s greatest honor and ultimate source of suffering. She witnessed Jesus endure intense ridicule, opposition, and crucifixion.
- Mary Trusted God in the Unknown. Although Mary’s path was unknown, she surrendered and trusted God moving forward. It is easy to trust God when things are going well and your next step is clear.
- Mary was chosen by God. Mary didn’t ask to be the mother of the Messiah. She was chosen. The angel, Gabriel, appeared to her and told her that she was to be the mother of the Messiah.
- Mary was a young woman. At the time of the birth of Jesus, Mary was estimated to be around 14 years old. Pretty crazy, right? People just did not live as long back then, and then tended to get married much, much younger.
- Mary was humble. I think if God had chosen me to be the mother of Jesus, I would not have had the same humble spirit that Mary demonstrated. And perhaps maybe this is one reason why God chose her.
- Mary was human. While Mary was a great woman of the Bible, at the end of the day, she was merely a human. Mary herself was not the savior of the world.
Wherefore an ancient author, speaking of the humility of Mary, says: "O truly blessed humility, which hath given God to men, opened Heaven, and delivered souls from Hell." It is also a part of humility to serve others. Mary did not refuse to go and serve Elizabeth for three months.
Mary’s humility reminds us that, regardless of our situation — whether we’re facing joy or hardship — we should approach God with a grateful heart. Humility calls us to acknowledge that all we have is from Him.
People also ask
Did Mary have a humble heart?
Is Mary a pride or humility?
Was Mary a servant of God?
What are 10 facts about Mary the mother of Jesus?
What does Mary say about being humble?
What did God know about Mary?
Feb 16, 2024 · When called “favored” by the angel and “blessed among women” by her cousin Elizabeth, Mary’s natural response was to lift up praise to God from a place of gratitude. God is still looking for people with a sense of humility about themselves and an awe of Him. Those are the ones He uses.
