Usually, about this time, we need something to draw the threads of wonder from our tired hearts. Last minute shopping, fatigue from late-night Christmas parties, and borderline overdose on holiday cookies dulls our senses. We need something to open the doors of our thinking, expand our imagination, and remind us of God’s redemptive promises which made Christmas possible in the first place. And there is perhaps no better way to do it than considering Mary’s song of praise, the Magnificat.
And Mary said: "My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed, for the Mighty One has done great things for me– holy is his name. His mercy extends to those who fear him, from generation to generation. He has performed mighty deeds with his arm; he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. He has brought down rulers from their thrones but has lifted up the humble. He has filled the hungry with good things but has sent the rich away empty. He has helped his servant Israel, remembering to be merciful to Abraham and his descendants forever, even as he said to our fathers." (Luke 1:46-55)
