Mary, the mother of Jesus — only begotten Son of our Heavenly Father — was chosen by God amongst all women to bring forth the Savior of the world. (Luke 1:26-38) It’s nearly impossible to imagine.
Mary also had the equally impossible to consider, yet this time agonizing role, of knowing her innocent son was being accused, beaten, and tortured. And that was even before she observed his crucifixion.
Many women were there, watching from a distance. They had followed Jesus from Galilee to care for his needs. 56 Among them were Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James and Joseph,[a] and the mother of Zebedee’s sons. (Matt 25:56-57)
This world, being the place where the devil rules, is cruel, unreasonable, and relentless in its pursuit to stomp out the light. And if you are genuinely trying to follow Jesus today, you can be sure you have an enemy who despises you.
Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that the family of believers throughout the world is undergoing the same kind of sufferings. (1 Peter 5:8-9)
For many mothers, if not most, children are an area of vulnerability. Mothers may believe they’ve surrendered everything to Jesus but discover that when their child’s welfare is threatened, regardless of how it comes about, that lurking in their hearts may be a terror like none other. With the dark days continually pressing in on everyone, a believing mother’s faith in God and understanding of His sovereignty must deepen.
Jesus said to his disciples: “Things that cause people to stumble are bound to come, but woe to anyone through whom they come. It would be better for him if a millstone were hung around his neck and he were cast into the sea than that he should cause one of these little ones to sin.[b](Luke 17:1-2)
The Lord has established his throne in the heavens, and his kingdom rules over all. (Psalm 103:19)
The bible doesn’t mention Mary much past her witnessing Jesus’ crucifixion except that she was present at the Day of Pentecost (Acts 1:14, 2:1-4). But what we do know about her is that from the very beginning, this gentle woman put her trust and faith in God and as a result, she was able to endure the unimaginable. She leaves for mothers the world over a remarkable example to be resolved on this matter.
Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord would fulfill his promises to her!” (Luke 1:45)
Dear Friend, the good Lord knows the depth of a mother’s love for her children. He better than anyone understands the pain as it relates to children, so be confidently assured of His deep compassion.
When Jesus saw his mother there, and the disciple whom he loved standing nearby, he said to her, “Woman, here is your son,” and to the disciple, “Here is your mother.” From that time on, this disciple took her into his home. John 19:26-27
God loves you and He is able.
“…Pray without ceasing..” (1 Thess 5:17)
“Your right hand, O Lord, is majestic in power,
Your right hand, O Lord, shatters the enemy. (Exodus 15:6)
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