MEETING JESUS: The Testimony of Mary, Mother of Jesus
Gary Sager
THEME - Mary will forever stand out as unique, a rare woman among women, who was highly favored and blessed.
TEXT - Luke 1: 26-56
OUTLINE
A. Introduction - We are introduced to a very special and unique person—a person who was both impacted by and impactful to Jesus. (Luke 1:26-27)
B. Why Mary?
· Because we need to take a Biblical look at the Real Mary.
· Because God chose her.
· Because she said “Yes.”
· Because she’s Jesus’ mom.
· Because the Bible calls her “Favored” and “Blessed.”
· Because she is a powerful example of Faith, Surrender, Humility Courage, and Persistence.
C. Mary in Scripture
· Annunciation and Magnificent – Luke 1:26-56
· Jesus’ Birth Shepherds and Angels – Luke 2:19
· Dedication in the Temple (a sword will pierce your soul) Luke 2:33
· Twelve-year-old Jesus in the Temple (In my Father’s House) Luke 2: 49-51
· Wedding at Cana (Not my hour/Do what he tells you)- John 2: 1-12 Key 3-5
· Redefinition of Family (These are my Mother, Brothers and Sisters) Mark 3:21&31-35
· Jesus’ Mother and Disciple John at Foot of the Cross (Behold your Son/Mother) John 19:25-27 (Jesus is welcoming/verifying them both as His Family.)
· Mary in the Upper Room (United in Prayer/Awaiting the Holy Spirit) Acts 1: 12-14
D. The Song of Mary
· The Magnificat
· A Look at Mary’s Heart (Luke 1:46-55)
E. Lessons from Mary
· Obedience and Submission to God
· Knowledge of God’s Word
· Humility
· Persistence in Faith
ASK YOURSELF/NEXT STEPS
1. What are your pre-conceived notions of Jesus?
2. Are you willing to change them if He calls you to do so?
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