"Blessed is she
who has believed
that the Lord would
fulfill his promises
to her!"
(Luke 1:45)
Mary, the mother of Jesus, who believed in the angel's message and trusted in God's plan for her. Her example inspires us to have the same faith and trust in God's promises for our lives.
God fulfills His promises. His word is true and reliable, and we can have confidence in His faithfulness. Trusting in God's word and His plans for us brings blessings. We should cultivate a strong and unwavering faith, knowing that it brings spiritual blessings and fulfillment.
Reflecting on this verse can inspire us to strengthen our faith, trust in God's promises, and recognize the blessings that come from believing in His word.
Blessed is she, with faith so strong,
Believing in the Lord's sweet song.
Promises whispered, hearts held tight,
In trust and hope, she finds her light.
Her soul rejoices, her spirit sings,
In the fulfillment that faith brings.
For in her heart, a seed is sown,
A promise kept, a love well-known.
Through trials faced and doubts that fade,
Her steadfast trust will never trade.
For blessed is she, who dares to believe,
In the Lord's word, she will receive.
A joy that springs from deep within,
A peace that comes, where doubts have been.
Blessed is she, in faith's embrace,
Her heart aligned with God's own grace.
Lord Jesus,
We come before You with hearts full of faith, believing in Your promises and Your word. Just as Mary trusted in Your plan, help us to believe in Your promises for our lives.
Grant us the strength to hold onto Your word, even when doubts and fears arise. May we find joy and peace in Your faithfulness, knowing that You will fulfill all that You have spoken.
Blessed are we who believe in Your promises, for Your love and grace are ever true. Guide us in our journey of faith and help us to trust in Your perfect plan.
Amen.
Pericope:
II: The Infancy Narrative
MARY VISITS ELIZABETH
Luke 1:39-45
Gospel Acclamation
Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.
Gospel | Luke 1:39-45
39 Mary set out and traveled to the hill country in haste to a town of Judah, 40 where she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. 41 When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, the infant leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Spirit, 42 cried out in a loud voice and said, “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb. 43 And how does this happen to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? 44 For at the moment the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the infant in my womb leaped for joy. 45 Blessed are you who believed that what was spoken to you by the Lord would be fulfilled.”
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