The Magnificent: Luke 1:46-56
“46) And Mary said: “My soul exalts the Lord, 47) And my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior. 48) For He has had regard for the humble state of His bondslave; For behold, from this time on all generations will count me blessed. 49) For the Mighty One has done great things for me; And holy is His name. 50) And His mercy is upon generation after generation Toward those who fear Him. 51) hHe has done mighty deeds with His arm; He has scattered those who were proud in the thoughts of their heart. 52) He has brought down rulers from their thrones, And has exalted those who were humble. 53) He has filled the hungry with good things; And sent away the rich empty-handed. 54) He has given help to Israel His servant, In remembrance of His mercy, 55) As He spoke to our fathers, To Abraham and his descendants forever.” 56) And Mary stayed with her about three months, and then returned to her home.” Luke 1:46-56
These verses are known as “The Magnificent.” It was Mary launching into praise and exaltation of God upon her trip to see Elizabeth and most likely Zacharias. It is impossible to imagine the rich fellowship in that home during her three month visit. (See verse 56)
Two things had just happened to Mary that greatly shaped her theology. First, she had a visitation from Gabriel the arch angel. This in itself is an astounding event full of revelation.
Second, the power of the Most High overshadowed her and sparked the life of the Messiah in her womb. The event was most likely accompanied by a conscious encounter with God. It most likely transformed her into a new person.
In verses 46 and 47, she talks about both her soul and spirit. She may have become the first since Adam to come alive in her spirit. It is hard to imagine the Messiah in her womb without her being filled with the Holy Spirit. She was so contagious for God that upon her greeting, Elizabeth likewise was filled with the Holy Spirit. (See verses 39-41)
To say much more would take away from the wisdom and revelation of her praise of God and her message to mankind. It must be studied by every Bible student for their own enrichment and edification.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
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“46) And Mary said: “My soul exalts the Lord, 47) And my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior. 48) For He has had regard for the humble state of His bondslave; For behold, from this time on all generations will count me blessed. 49) For the Mighty One has done great things for me; And holy is His name. 50) And His mercy is upon generation after generation Toward those who fear Him. 51) hHe has done mighty deeds with His arm; He has scattered those who were proud in the thoughts of their heart. 52) He has brought down rulers from their thrones, And has exalted those who were humble. 53) He has filled the hungry with good things; And sent away the rich empty-handed. 54) He has given help to Israel His servant, In remembrance of His mercy, 55) As He spoke to our fathers, To Abraham and his descendants forever.” 56) And Mary stayed with her about three months, and then returned to her home.” Luke 1:46-56
These verses are known as “The Magnificent.” It was Mary launching into praise and exaltation of God upon her trip to see Elizabeth and most likely Zacharias. It is impossible to imagine the rich fellowship in that home during her three month visit. (See verse 56)
Two things had just happened to Mary that greatly shaped her theology. First, she had a visitation from Gabriel the arch angel. This in itself is an astounding event full of revelation.
Second, the power of the Most High overshadowed her and sparked the life of the Messiah in her womb. The event was most likely accompanied by a conscious encounter with God. It most likely transformed her into a new person.
In verses 46 and 47, she talks about both her soul and spirit. She may have become the first since Adam to come alive in her spirit. It is hard to imagine the Messiah in her womb without her being filled with the Holy Spirit. She was so contagious for God that upon her greeting, Elizabeth likewise was filled with the Holy Spirit. (See verses 39-41)
To say much more would take away from the wisdom and revelation of her praise of God and her message to mankind. It must be studied by every Bible student for their own enrichment and edification.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
Sent from my iPhone
