“And Mary said, My soul doth magnify the Lord” (Luke 1:46).
Read the passage Luke 1:46-55. These verses constitute what is called, “Mary’s Magnificat.” This is taken from the Latin words, “Magnificat animum mea Dominum” meaning “my soul magnifies the Lord.” Today’s verse is continuing the response of Mary from yesterday. I believe she was filled with the Spirit and the Word. She didn’t quench the Spirit when she broke into the song that filled her soul. When Mary submitted to the will of God, her fears and confusion gradually disappeared. The same applies to us when we allow God to work through us. We will feel such joy and peace we can’t help but burst forth in song!
Mary went to visit her cousin Elisabeth who was six months pregnant. Mary may have been a little reluctant to share her news, but joyfully, Elisabeth had a discerning spirit and they ended up rejoicing together. Two different women, one old, the other young, both were carrying miracle babies.
Sue Winchester
Missouri
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