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“And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger.” (Luke 2:6–7.)

Mary, His Mother

Although little of Mary’s life is actually recorded, what is recorded reveals a pattern of righteousness. That pattern is faithful obedience to the word of God, expressive joy for God’s blessings, readiness to receive God’s witness and counsel from His servants, and rearing a posterity who glorified God.

Mary's mission had been recorded throughout ancient scripture. (See Isa. 7:14)

The angelic messenger declared, “Hail, thou virgin, who art highly favored of the Lord. The Lord is with thee, for thou art chosen and blessed among women.” (Luke 1:28.)
Mary learned that she was to be the mother of the Son of God, the Only Begotten of the Father in the flesh. The child would inherit the physical, mental, and spiritual traits characterized by his parents—one the glorified God; the other a worthy, blessed mortal woman.

When the angel departed from her, Mary left Nazareth, seeking the companionship of her cousin, Elisabeth—the one woman who at first meeting would understand and rejoice with her.

This glorious meeting of two chosen women is unparalleled in recorded history. As the expectant mother of John welcomed the expectant mother of the Savior of mankind into her home, Mary openly expressed her joy to Elisabeth, exclaiming:

“Behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed.

“For he that is mighty hath done to me great things; and holy is his name.” (Luke 1:48–49.)

We do not know how soon the birth occurred after Mary and Joseph’s arrival in Bethlehem, but we do know that “while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.

“And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger.” (Luke 2:6–7.)

What the New Testament profusely records is Mary’s son glorifying God while showing respect to his mother. For example, when Mary sought for Jesus in Jerusalem following the feast of the Passover, she found him in the temple. Mary inquired, “Son, why hast thou thus dealt with us? behold, thy father and I have sought thee sorrowing.” (Luke 2:48.) Mary did not reprimand or insist upon parental prerogative, for it appears she knew her son was not dishonoring her but rather honoring his divine Father.

Christ’s mission to glorify his Heavenly Father and extend salvation to each of us did not prevent him from showing his profound love and respect for his mother. Indeed, the scriptures make it clear that even during the agony of his crucifixion at Calvary, his mother’s welfare was not far from his thoughts. John records that “there stood by the cross of Jesus his mother.” (John 19:25.)

The life of Jesus was one of glorifying God. He fulfilled ancient prophecies regarding his ministry, atonement, death, and resurrection. His life is worthy of emulation. His mother, too, is worthy of our acknowledgment for her righteous discipleship.
By Susan Easton Black

We know that Mary is revered as the mother of Jesus Christ. This time of the year we can ponder upon that Miracle that brought the actual Son of the one Living God to bring about the Plan of Salvation; and that precious woman brought forth a tiny scrap of humanity/and deity so that the world would be saved.

Let us remember her as Chosen; the mother of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Heavenly Father
Bless us as the Christian world bows on bended knee in praise of thee...and celebrate the birth of thine only begotten son, Jesus Christ. Help us to study and learn the things thou wouldst have us learn to be fit to return to thy Kingdom.

Father Thy will be done. If it be thy will, Let there be healing for all afflicted. If it be thy will, let peace reign upon the lands. Help us understand and do thy bidding.

We ask these favors and blessings in the holy name of Jesus Christ.

Amen