As I read Jeremiah 32:36-41, three things stood out to me: God’s redemption, promise, and faithfulness. All three can be found in the story of Israel, but they can also be found in our story.

Mary’s song occurs after Mary is not only told that she will become pregnant with Jesus, but also after she has visited Elizabeth. Mary is taking time to praise God for what God has done not only for her but for His people. This sweet girl has just been told that she will give birth to the Messiah, and instead of becoming filled with pride or ego, she is humbled. She takes time to praise God. In a moment when Elizabeth is spotlighting her and the favor she has found, Mary takes the spotlight t

In Psalm 17 David is crying out to God to not only hear him but to protect him. He is looking to God to be his protector and place of safety