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THE SUNDAY SCHOOL OVERVIEW WILL FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS OF THE LESSON EACH WEEK. BIBLICAL TRANSLATIONS WILL VARY, BUT THE MAIN RESOURCE WILL BE THE TOWNSEND PRESS SUNDAY SCHOOL COMMENTARY, 96th EDITION. THIS FEATURE IS DESIGNED TO BE OF HELP TO THOSE WHO CANNOT ATTEND THEIR LOCAL CHURCH AND/OR SUNDAY SCHOOL.

Lesson Title: THE AFFIRMATION OF THE PROMISE

Adult/Young Adult Topic: EXPECT GREAT BLESSINGS!

Printed Text: LUKE 1:39-56

Key Verses: Luke 1:46-47 (NIV)

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

Source: Townsend Press Sunday School Commentary – 96th Edition, 2016-2017

UNIFYING LESSON PRINCIPLE:

Receiving confirmation of pending good fortune is a joyful event. In such moments, how can we respond? The book of Luke tells of Elizabeth’s affirmation of God’s promise of the Savior, and Mary’s joyful praise to God for being chosen as the bearer of that divine promise.

CONCLUDING REFLECTION:

Luke 1 is a true landmark moment in Christian history! Jesus transcended culture and religion. Ultimately, the blessing Mary was carrying was the hope of all humanity. When the angel Gabriel told Mary that her Son’s kingdom would have no end, could she have ever dreamed or imagined the full magnitude of what Jesus would mean to the world today?

Mary’s song should certainly give us a hymn of praise for the coming of Jesus, but it should remind us that Jesus came through a lowly and humble servant.

PRAYER:

God, your promises are real and true. We depend on them for our lives and we depend on you for our transformation. Grant us humility, gratitude, and appreciation for all things, seen and unseen, that you do for us.. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.

Sunday School Review – Expect Great Blessings!  was originally published on 955thelou.com