Advent Through Mary’s Song: Joy in Provision

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In the third installment of our Advent series, "Mary’s Magnificat: Joy in Provision," we dive into the joy that comes from recognizing God’s abundant provision, as highlighted in Mary’s Magnificat. Focusing on Luke 1:51-53, we reflect on how God lifts the humble, fills the hungry, and scatters the proud.

This week, we light the Shepherds' Candle, representing joy and the announcement of Christ’s birth to the shepherds. Through their story, we see God’s provision extending to all, including the lowliest among us.

Join us as we unpack the joy of knowing that God provides for our needs in every season, and how Mary’s song inspires us to trust in His faithfulness and generosity. This episode is filled with encouragement and hope as we prepare for the celebration of Christ’s birth!

Biblical Rooting:

Mary's Song of Praise: The Magnificat (ESV) Luke 1:46-55

⁴⁶ And Mary said,

“My soul magnifies the Lord,
⁴⁷ and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,
⁴⁸ for he has looked on the humble estate of his servant.
For behold, from now on all generations will call me blessed;
⁴⁹ for he who is mighty has done great things for me,
and holy is his name.
⁵⁰ And his mercy is for those who fear him
from generation to generation.
⁵¹ He has shown strength with his arm;
he has scattered the proud in the thoughts of their hearts;
⁵² he has brought down the mighty from their thrones
and exalted those of humble estate;
⁵³ he has filled the hungry with good things,
and the rich he has sent away empty.
⁵⁴ He has helped his servant Israel,
in remembrance of his mercy,
⁵⁵ as he spoke to our fathers,
to Abraham and to his offspring forever.”

Show Resources:

• https://hallow.com/blog/advent-candles-and-advent-wreaths/#Advent-candle-weeks-names-colors

  https://www.crossway.org/articles/3-reasons-jesus-is-our-only-hope/#:~:text=He%20came%20to%20rescue%20and,and%20his%20name%20is%20Jesus.

  https://conversatio.org/waiting-with-mary-in-advent/

  https://www.biblestudytools.com/bible-study/topical-studies/what-is-the-second-advent-candle-meaning.html

  Mary, the Mother of Jesus: The First and Longest Disciple, Matthews

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