And in His perfect timing, the redemption of sin and brokenness was coming through the little baby that Mary would carry and birth. So, again, how do you think Mary processed what had been spoken to her? In the promise and waiting, Mary praises the Father for what He has done, is doing, and will do. The promise was made to her and in her awe and wonder, she praised God. Mary, the “mother of the Lord” rejoiced in being chosen. Looking at her song, Mary has rejoiced in God who has noticed her in her humble state. She acknowledges that He has chosen her and she is blessed. Mary recognizes that by God choosing her, He has done great things for her. She deeply understands that being chosen by God is a blessing. Holy is God to bring mercy upon the generations. She believes that God is merciful to bring this baby forth through her. Oh what a marvelous thing to process. Mary was praising God even before the promise was fulfilled. She trusted her faithful God. Her song radiates of God making things right in what seems so broken. The proud will be humbled. The humbled will be exalted. In the empty handed will be abundance, and the hand with abundance will be emptied. Redemption was coming through her baby boy. She believed. Child of God, a promise has been made to you. Jesus is coming again. Jesus is coming back to bring final redemption to people and creation. Let’s believe and posture ourselves through praise in the waiting. 83
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