Lesson 438: Luke 1:47
Luke 1:47
The Blueprint — The Verse
and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,
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The Context — The History
Mary's song, the Magnificat, comes after the angel Gabriel announced she would bear the Messiah. First-century Galilee was a modest region under Herod Antipas and Roman authority.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
Mary traveled to visit Elizabeth, who was also miraculously pregnant. When Mary greeted her, Elizabeth's baby leaped and Elizabeth blessed Mary, who responded by praising God and rejoicing in her Savior.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Luke 1:46
Mary’s Song46And Mary said:“My soul glorifies the Lord
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Luke 1:48
48for he has been mindfulof the humble state of his servant.From now on all generations will call me blessed,
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Discussion
- Why does Mary call God her Savior before Jesus is born?
- What does rejoicing in God look like amid uncertainty?
- How does Mary's song challenge our view of power and humility?