And Mary said, “My soul magnifies the Lord,  and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,

for he has looked on the humble estate of his servant.

 For behold, from now on all generations will call me blessed;

for he who is mighty has done great things for me,  and holy is his name.

And his mercy is for those who fear him from generation to generation.

He has shown strength with his arm; he has scattered the proud in the thoughts of their hearts;

he has brought down the mighty from their thrones  and exalted those of humble estate;

he has filled the hungry with good things, and the rich he has sent away empty. 

He has helped his servant Israel, in remembrance of his mercy, 

as he spoke to our fathers, to Abraham and to his offspring forever.”

Luke 1:46-55

Father I am humbly broken – my endeavors and accomplishments are alone futile to providing purpose. Like Mary, help me rejoice that you have saved me and choose to work in unassuming people. Let me realize that my everyday disruptions or triumphs are part of your redemptive work. 

It is your grace and blessing that you choose to work in distracted and busy me. Help me embrace your will. 

I am a small soul in view of numerous generations. But I am not forgotten – in fact I am chosen. I am remembered and belong in your story.  Just like Abraham and Mary, I am yours. 

Your wandering, broken people are safe and purpose because you are merciful and faithful. 

Thank you for Mary. For using ordinary people for your miraculous and world-shaking intervention. 

Thank you for showing me that you use your people over and over throughout history for your purposes. 

Thank you that we are not forsaken or forgotten. 

Help me rejoice that you have saved me, and that you are saving the world.