Sep 4, 2022 · Pastor Steve · Sermons · 1 min read

The Cost and Comfort of the Magnificat: A Study in Discipleship

Was Mary's life easy? Far from it. From social scandal to the foot of the cross, her "blessing" was a journey of profound sacrifice. Check out this week's sermon review on how Mary, the first disciple, teaches us to trust God's grace when life doesn't make sense. ✝️

In this Sermon

Theological References:

Luke 1:38: “Let it be to me according to your word”—The ultimate scriptural foundation for receptive faith.
Matthew 16:24: Jesus’ call to take up the cross, mirroring the Pastor’s point that discipleship involves “places you’d rather not go.”
The Book of Concord (Augsburg Confession, Art. IV): On Justification—reinforcing that our standing with God is based on Christ’s work, which Mary literally bore.

Word of God
Discipleship
Mary
Magnificat
Advent
Luke

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