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56Mary stayed with Elizabeth for about three months and then returned home. Mary visits Elizabeth (Luke 1:39-56) With the time drawing near when Elizabeth would give birth, Mary travelled south to visit her. 8-9). in 1971. In the New Testament epistles, the apostles insist that Christians not conform to the evil social practices of their day, but live according to the social standards of the gospel, to which Mary referred, and which our Lord taught. 11 Then there appeared to him the angel of the Lord, standing on the right of the altar of incense. There is no hint that she thinks God has chosen her to be the mother of Messiah due to her blessedness, but rather that her blessedness is the result of Gods sovereign and gracious choice to use her as His instrument. 45And blessed is she who believed that there would be[a] a fulfilment of what was spoken to her from the Lord. 46And Mary said, My soul magnifies the Lord,47and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,48for he has regarded the low estate of his handmaiden.For behold, henceforth all generations will call me blessed;49for he who is mighty has done great things for me,and holy is his name.50And his mercy is on those who fear himfrom generation to generation.51He has shown strength with his arm,he has scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts,52he has put down the mighty from their thrones,and exalted those of low degree;53he has filled the hungry with good things,and the rich he has sent empty away.54He has helped his servant Israel,in remembrance of his mercy,55as he spoke to our fathers,to Abraham and to his posterity for ever.[b]. I believe that Elizabeth is a prototype of her son in this regard. Mary may not be all that some have held her to be, but she is a magnificent model of discipleship. First, it should be noted that there are several things which Luke has not told us, which we might like to know, but will not find in this inspired account. 37for nothing will be impossible for God.r Matt. Bob was born and raised in a Christian home i More, Getting Spiritually Fit 1 ( Corinthians 9:24-27), Steps to Biblical Reconciliation (Luke 17:1-4; 2 Corinthians 5:15-21). In the Gospel, Elizabeth tells Mary, "Blessed are you who believed that what was spoken to you by the Lord would be fulfilled." (Luke 1:45) Gosh, there are so many examples in the world around us where that demonstrate a lack of belief in Jesus' words. His self-righteousness is evident in the psalm of chapter 2, which dwells on his dilemma, his danger, and his deliverance, but not on God. 7 But they were childless: Elizabeth was barren and they were both advanced in years. First, our text has much to teach us on the subject of women, their spirituality, and their worship. Modern society, as we know, has been liberated from the archaic, chauvinism of the ancient world. ', 34 Mary said to the angel, 'But how can this come about, since I have no knowledge of man?'. (5) Mary is a model disciple in her grasp of the purposes and promises of God. Show the volunteers who bring you reliable, Catholic information that their work matters. She looks forward to the ultimate righteousness which will be established when Messiah reigns on the throne of David. The scribes and Pharisees seemed as though they could only think and talk in terms of the Law of Moses. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCBs) mission is to encounter the mercy of Christ and to accompany His people with joy. In other words, Marys praise does not focus on the immediate blessedness of her having this child, but on the ultimate outcome of the coming of Messiah. Bible. The connection of the phrase with the house of David gives the title messianic overtones and may indicate an allusion to a phrase in Hannahs song of praise (1Sm 2:10), the horn of his anointed.. (:48a) State of Elevation from Humble Standing. 5 In the days of King Herod of Judaea there lived a priest called Zechariah who belonged to the Abijah section of the priesthood, and he had a wife, Elizabeth by name, who was a descendant of Aaron. 5 In the days of King Herod of Judaea there lived a priest called Zechariah who belonged to the Abijah section of the priesthood, and he had a wife, Elizabeth by name, who was a descendant of Aaron. Ps 18:46; Isa 17:10; 61:10; Hab 3:18; 1Ti 1:1; 2:3; 4:10, Ge 11:8; Ex 18:11; 2Sa 22:28; Jer 13:9; 49:16, NIV, The Story: The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People, NIV, Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible, Red Letter Edition: Bringing to Life the Ancient World of Scripture, NIV, Story of Jesus: Experience the Life of Jesus as One Seamless Story, NIV, The Story, Hardcover, Comfort Print: The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People, NIV, Biblical Theology Study Bible, Comfort Print: Follow Gods Redemptive Plan as It Unfolds throughout Scripture, NIV, The Woman's Study Bible, Full-Color, Red Letter: Receiving God's Truth for Balance, Hope, and Transformation. 8 Now it happened that it was the turn of his section to serve, and he was exercising his priestly office before God. Yes, from now onwards all generations will call me blessed. * [1:69] A horn for our salvation: the horn is a common Old Testament figure for strength (Ps 18:3; 75:56; 89:18; 112:9; 148:14). As the apostle Paul put it, let all things be done for edification (1 Cor. Ps 18:46; Isa 17:10; 61:10; Hab 3:18; 1Ti 1:1; 2:3; 4:10, Ge 11:8; Ex 18:11; 2Sa 22:28; Jer 13:9; 49:16, NIV, Journal the Word Bible, Double-Column, Red Letter Edition, Comfort Print: Reflect, Take Notes, or Create Art Next to Your Favorite Verses, NIV, Biblical Theology Study Bible, Comfort Print: Follow Gods Redemptive Plan as It Unfolds throughout Scripture, NIV, Beautiful Word Bible Journal, Revelation, Paperback, Comfort Print, NIV, The Story: The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People, NIV, The Woman's Study Bible, Full-Color, Red Letter: Receiving God's Truth for Balance, Hope, and Transformation, NIV, Story of Jesus: Experience the Life of Jesus as One Seamless Story. The degree to which women were degraded was that to which their husbands and their culture stooped. John will go before the Lord (Lk 1:1617); Jesus will be Lord (Lk 1:43; 2:11). The book of Revelation speaks much of these themes, and prophesies their fulfillment. This would even be true in the Jewish world of those days when our Lord added humanity to His deity and manifested Himself to men. 35 The angel answered, 'The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will cover you with its shadow. 1 Seeing that many others have undertaken to draw up accounts of the events that have reached their fulfilment among us. Luke - Chapter 1. The marginal references in our Bibles indicate the many other allusions and parallels. 18Then Zechariah said to the angel, How shall I know this? 14 A few Latin MSS read Elizabeth said instead of Mary said, and some commentators (e.g. . Luke 1:39-45. John the Baptist was born through the actions of Elizabeth and Zacharias, which God supernaturally brought to conception and birth. get to know the Bible better! * [1:2638] The announcement to Mary of the birth of Jesus is parallel to the announcement to Zechariah of the birth of John. Whether or not Elizabeth and Mary had any previous communication before Marys arrival. He even encouraged his disciples to leave him and to follow Christ (John 1:35-37). 49 for the Mighty One has done great things for me holy is his name. 53The hungry he has filled with good things; 55according to his promise to our fathers, to Abraham and to his descendants forever.f. The lofty will be put down and the humble will be exalted (vv. This is why the Lord Jesus told Nicodemus that he must be born again, even though he was a prominent teacher in Israel (cf. 57 The time came for Elizabeth to have her child, and she gave birth to a son; 58 and when her neighbours and relations heard that the Lord had lavished on her his faithful love, they shared her joy. Luke is well-known for his high regard for women and for the prominence which he gives them in his two accounts. In both cases, the praise of God spoken before others was done in such a way as to edify and encourage those who heard. We find the first instance of his highlighting of women in our text in the first chapter of Lukes gospel, where the spotlight is directed toward two godly women. We might suspect that the limitations of biblical revelation, compounded by those of the culture, would have made womanhood a curse. 3 Then Satan entered into Judas, surnamed Iscariot, who was one of the Twelve. This is not so. * [1:34] Marys questioning response is a denial of sexual relations and is used by Luke to lead to the angels declaration about the Spirits role in the conception of this child (Lk 1:35). Luke 1:39-56 . * [1:15] He will drink neither wine nor strong drink: like Samson (Jgs 13:45) and Samuel (1Sm 1:11 LXX and 4QSama), John is to be consecrated by Nazirite vow and set apart for the Lords service. Mary may have wondered how Elizabeth would respond to the news she had to share. 39At that time Mary got ready and hurried to a town in the hill country of Judea,(A) 40where she entered Zechariahs home and greeted Elizabeth. The naming of the child John and Zechariahs recovery from his loss of speech should be understood as fulfilling the angels announcement to Zechariah in Lk 1:13, 20. 29 She was deeply disturbed by these words and asked herself what this greeting could mean. Q. (4) In verses 51-55, Marys praise focuses on the faithfulness of God to His promises and His purposes, especially His covenant with Abraham and his descendants. These were the themes of the Old Testament prophets. As a second- or third-generation Christian, Luke acknowledges his debt to earlier eyewitnesses and ministers of the word, but claims that his contribution to this developing tradition is a complete and accurate account, told in an orderly manner, and intended to provide Theophilus (friend of God, literally) and other readers with certainty about earlier teachings they have received. Overview Of The Gospels. 41 Now it happened that as soon as Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the child leapt in her womb and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. 42cried out in a loud voice and said, Most blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb.t 28 He went in and said to her, 'Rejoice, you who enjoy God's favor! 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