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- Mary’s life reminds us that humility often involves sacrifice and enduring hardship. But it also brings great blessings — not just for ourselves, but lasting effects for others. Her story serves as a reminder that when we submit to God’s will (even in the face of uncertainty), we can trust that He will work all things for our good and His glory.
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Mar 14, 2006 · The key to Mary’s openness to God was her humility, her double recognition of her lowliness and the deep love with which God looked upon her. Humility for Mary was not a matter of downcast weakness, but of a strong determination to let God work in her and through her.
- 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, The Mother of Jesus Christ, Accepted The Will of God
- Mary Was Humble in The Face of The Power of The Most High
- Mary Was Not Loud and Boastful
- Mary, The Mother of Jesus, Was Obedient
- Mary Turned to Jesus Right from The Beginning
- Mary’s Faith Held Strong
God’s will looks different for each of us. Some of us are given praise from our fellowmen while others are frowned upon and whispered about behind our backs (most likely the case for Jesus’ mother!). Some of us experience grief and painwhile some of us work tirelessly to bring the gospel to those who need it. We are all doing our part for the Kingd...
We could expect Mary to get a big head, after all, she was carrying within her the long-awaited for Messiah, prophecied in the holy scriptures, the son of David. The one the prophets had promised would deliver them from bondage and set up an everlasting kingdom of peace. But Mary’s second notable characteristic is seen when she visits her cousin El...
If any woman throughout history had the right to be boastful and the center of attention, it would be Mary! Everything surrounding her first child was miraculous and significant. The shepherds leave baby Jesus praising God with a loud voice and telling everyone they meet about what they experienced. The prominent wise men visit her bringing expensi...
We see that Mary and Joseph are dedicated to the Law of the Lord. Now when the days of her purification according to the law of Moses were completed, they brought Him to Jerusalem to present Him to the Lord (as it is written in the law of the Lord, “Every male who opens the womb shall be called holy to the Lord”), and to offer a sacrifice according...
We see Mary’s faith in John 2 when she asks Jesus to perform his first miracle. He protests and she ignores him. She supported his public ministry even before it began. On the third day there was a wedding in Cana of Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. Now both Jesus and His disciples were invited to the wedding. And when they ran out of wi...
We see her faith again in the beginning of Acts. And when they had entered, they went up into the upper room where they were staying: Peter, James, John, and Andrew; Philip and Thomas; Bartholomew and Matthew; James the son of Alphaeus and Simon the Zealot; and Judas the sonof James. These all continued with one accord in prayer and supplication, w...
Dec 5, 2023 · 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).
Mary’s example teaches us that humility isn’t about weakness, but about strength and trust in God’s plan. It’s about recognizing our place before God, submitting to His will, and serving others with a heart full of gratitude.
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.
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Aug 15, 2021 · On this Sunday marking the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary into Heaven, Pope Francis says Mary reminds us that the secret to the journey from our earthly to heavenly life is contained in the word "humility".
