Verses from Luke

“马利亚说：“我心尊主为大，我灵以神我的救主为乐，”

路加福音 1:46-47 

“And Mary said: "My soul exalts the Lord, And my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior.”

Luke 1:46-47 

A grateful recipient of God’s grace, Mary rejoices in her salvation (v. 47). She acknowledges that God’s mercy has extended to the Israelites for generations (v. 50). Looking back over God’s care for the Israelites, Mary praises God for His powerful acts on behalf of His people (v. 51). She also thanks God, recognizing that her daily provision comes from His hand (v. 53).

Mary shows us that recounting the great things God has done for us is a way to express praise and can lead us to rejoice. This Christmas season, consider God’s goodness as you reflect on the year. In doing so, you may create a mosaic of great beauty with your words of praise.

Father, 

we praise You for the great things You’ve done in our lives this year. 

We rejoice in Your mercy and care for us.