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Mar 14, 2006 · Let’s keep Mary’s humility and openness to God before our eyes. Then Jesus who “became flesh and dwelt among us” (John 1:14), and suffered and died for our sins, will find a home in us during this Lenten season. “I rejoice in you, Jesus, my Savior and my Lord! Transform my heart and make it like Mary’s, humble and full of gratitude.”
- 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.
Dec 5, 2023 · Become humble. Mary was humble in spirit. Being willing to decrease so that others can increase is the essence of humility (see John 3:30). It’s important to note, however, that I’m not talking about self-abasing. A truly humble person is secure and confident in God’s love. They know who they are.
Mary, being the first and most perfect disciple of Jesus Christ in the practice of all virtues, was the first also in that of humility, and by it merited to be exalted above all creatures. It was revealed to St. Matilda that the first virtue in which the Blessed Mother particularly exercised herself, from her very childhood, was that of humility.
When we think of developing a humble heart, there are many examples of humility in the Bible that come to mind. Moses, the man of sorrows, who led Israel with a humble heart; the tax collector in the parable of the Pharisee, who prayed with a spirit of lowliness. And, of course, Christ Jesus Himself, who took the form of a servant to save us.
The Ten Evangelical Virtues of MaryThird Virtue: Humility tenv_humble.jpg Seeing as God Doesby Patrick LorenzSome wise person said that humility is simply seeing things as they really are. In other words, just knowing and living according to reality. This sounds simple, but we often distort reality to fit our own ideas.Many people have the false notion of humility that it involves some sort of ...
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Imitating Mary’s humility helps us to learn restraint . Mary pondered all of God’s words and actions in her heart and never expressed any anger or frustration. She pondered most things in her heart to enable her speak well when the time comes to speak (Eccles. 3:7 teaches us that there is “a time to keep silence, and a time to speak.”).
