August 10, 2025 • 14 mins
In this episode, we meet Mary, the quiet and humble hero of God, chosen to bear God’s chosen redeemer.
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
He has said to me, my grace is sufficient for you,
for my power is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly. Therefore,
I will rather glory in my weakness, that the power
of Christ may rest on me. Second Corinthians twelve nine.
Dear Heavenly Father, when we feel weak, inadequate, or overwhelmed,
(00:25):
we reminded that it is precisely in these moments that
your strength, power, and grace shine brightest. We ask for
the humility to accept our weaknesses and the faith to
see them not as failures, but as opportunities for your
power to be displayed. Help us, Lord, to rely not
(00:48):
on our own strength, but on the abundant grace you
freely give us in our struggles and trials. Let us
feel your presence power resting upon us, giving us the
courage and resilience to endure through our weaknesses. May we
(01:08):
be a testament to your infinite strength and love. We
pray in the name of Jesus, our source of power
and grace. Amen, thank you for pausing to pray today.
Prepare to be swept back into the Christmas story with
stories of the Messiah. With Rabbi Schneider, Nazareth was far
(01:39):
from a vibrant, bustling town, its character was more defined
by its ordinary, even dull nature. Far removed from the
trade routes, absent any shoreline, and devoid of the rich
cultural tapestry found in other cities, Nazareth was perhaps most
notable for its unremarkableness, a town with no glorious past,
her old tales, or exciting happenings. Yet, the dusty and
(02:02):
forgotten town, far from the holy City of Jerusalem was
about to be visited by God himself. The God who
had been silent and hidden in the margins of history
for four hundred years was about to descend upon humanity.
In this forsaken city Nazareth, God's hero would be revealed.
Speaker 2 (02:25):
Hello everyone, and welcome to another Christmas episode of the
Jesus Podcast. I'm Athan frompray dot Com. The Christmas season
is upon us. This is the perfect time to explore
the beautiful and epic journey of the Nativity. Christ's birth
is a tale of drama, danger, loyalty, and divine intervention.
(02:48):
It's my joy to guide you today as we are
introduced to Mary, a young woman from the small city
of Nazareth. Mary's story is that of humility, strength, devotion.
Mary was a mere vessel in the grand plan of salvation,
but she stands as an example for all believers today.
(03:10):
Her humble submission to God's will and her strength in
the face of adversity reminds us of the remarkable ways
God uses ordinary people for his extraordinary purposes. We are
about to immerse ourselves in a cinematic retelling of Matthew
and Luke's account of Mary. As we listen and reflect
(03:32):
on her life, may we be inspired to approach our
walk with God with the same humility and strength, trusting
in His plan regardless of our challenges and uncertainty. The
life of Mary teaches us that when we submit to
God's will, he provides the strength we need to fulfill
(03:52):
his purpose. This is only the beginning of Mary's harrowing story.
Let's listen now and then unpack more of the deeper
themes of her life afterwards.
Speaker 3 (04:05):
Sunrise broke over the dusty hills surrounding Nazareth. The mild
morning rays gently broke the chill of dawn. Its light
methodically sifted through the window in Mary's room. She slowly awoke,
her lungs filled with the dry and crisp air. She
carefully wrapped herself up, with deliberate caution not to stir
her siblings. She stepped into the awakening day. The cool,
(04:27):
dry breeze gently caressed her cheeks. Animals responded to the
rooster's call, and life began to hum. As families awoke
from their rest. Grasping a pale Mary started her daily
trek towards the town's lone well. Nazareth was far from
a vibrant, bustling town. Its character was more defined by
its ordinary, even dull nature. Far removed from the trade routes,
(04:49):
absent any shoreline, and devoid of the rich cultural tapestry
found in other cities, Nazareth was perhaps most notable for
its unremarkableness, a town with no glorious past, no her
ok tales, and no exciting happenings. Yet for Mary, a
flicker of anticipation made Nazareth seem less monotonous. She was
engaged to be married to one of the local Stonemasons, Joseph.
(05:11):
He was hardly the most handsome man in Nazareth, nor
the most skilled craftsman, but he was kind. His gentle
and quiet strength made him a kindred spirit to Mary
to her being betrothed to Joseph was exciting a break
in Nazareth's otherwise dull life. Mary drew water from the
well with the other young women in the town. They
(05:32):
playfully questioned Mary about her marriage and dreamed about their
own futures as wives, mothers, friends, and elders in the community.
It was a simple and joyful life, Mary led, she
wouldn't trade it for anything. Mary lugged her filled pale
back home. Her siblings had left for their chores and
her parents had started their day's work in the marketplace.
She climbed the incline leading to her home, her arms
(05:53):
aching under the weight of the water. She pushed the
door open with her foot, entered and turned around, only
to find a divine creature resting on her room's lattice. Greating,
oh favorite one, the angel announced, making Mary startle a
loose grip on her pail. Waters splashed across the room,
and Mary stumbled backwards on to the hard floor. Trying
(06:15):
to escape the surprise visitor. She attempted to rush out,
but the angel appeared before her, his face wearing a
reassuring smile.
Speaker 4 (06:22):
Please do not be afraid.
Speaker 2 (06:24):
The Lord is with you.
Speaker 3 (06:26):
His words left Mary puzzled, yet her fear was slightly alleviated.
She slowly retreated and sat on her bed's edge. The
angel spread his arms wide. I am Gabriel, and I
have come bearing good news. You, oh favorite one, have
been chosen.
Speaker 5 (06:42):
What does that mean?
Speaker 3 (06:43):
Mary asked, her hands absently fidgeting in her lap. The
angel's smile grew wider as he spoke. His words were
an intermingling of news and worship. Unto the Lord, Mary, you.
Speaker 6 (06:55):
Have found favor with God, Gabriel explained, You are to
pare a bird and blessing, unlike any other in the world.
Speaker 4 (07:03):
His voice was melodic. You, Mary, will conceive a son.
The child in your womb would be God's chosen one,
the mighty son of the most High, who will bear
the weight of mankind. The Lord will establish his kingdom
through him. He will inherit David's throne, and his kingdom
(07:24):
will be eternal, his glory everlasting. The impact of Gabriel's
words left Mary perplexed. She shook her head in disbelief.
Speaker 5 (07:34):
How can this be? I am a virgin, I am
young and have not known a man.
Speaker 3 (07:40):
Her eyes welled up the enormity of the revelation overwhelming her. Gabriel,
noticing her distress, descended to eye level. The angel wasn't human,
but he wore an empathetic grin as he reassured Mary
of her, calling Mary.
Speaker 6 (07:55):
All things are possible with God. The Holy Spirit will
come upon the power of the Highest God will overshadow you.
Speaker 3 (08:04):
The child you carry will be the son of God himself.
Seeing her eyes widen in shock, he continued, your.
Speaker 6 (08:11):
Cousin, Elizabeth, well past her Childbery.
Speaker 4 (08:14):
Ages already six months pregnant. Don't tell me, is there
anything the Lord cannot do?
Speaker 3 (08:22):
For a moment, Mary sat in silence. She could feel
God's spirit strengthening her. Her racing thoughts began to settle
into a calm stream. Closing her eyes tightly, she laid
a hand on her belly. It was then she felt
the favor of a God wash over her. Joy indescribable
and incomprehensible joy filled her. She stood, wiping her tears
(08:44):
and dusting off her dress, a smile gracing her face
as she met Gabriel's gaze. After a deep breath, she proclaimed.
Speaker 5 (08:54):
I am God's servant. I will gladly receive his will,
according to what you've said.
Speaker 3 (09:00):
With a nod, Gabriel vanished. Mary stepped outside. The sun
was high overhead. She bathed in its warm rays and
watched the village resume its regular rhythm. She heard birds
chirping and harmony with the gentle breeze. Suddenly, the mundane
day radiated with a divine glow. Her heart pounded with
anticipation and fear would lay ahead. Yet she knew Gabriel's
(09:23):
words held true.
Speaker 4 (09:25):
What would Joseph think?
Speaker 3 (09:26):
What would her family do? So many questions race through
her mind. Mary decided the best thing to do was
visit her cousin Elizabeth to witness what God was doing.
Speaker 2 (09:38):
This was not the life Mary expected for herself. Let's
put ourselves in Mary's shoes for a moment. She's young,
betrothed to be married, and has her whole life ahead
of her. She was undoubtedly dreaming about her wedding day,
having children with Joseph, and living a simple life in Nazareth.
But God had different plans for Mary. It can be
(10:01):
hard when God interrupts our plans, can't it. There are
key moments in our lives when we expect one thing
to happen, but it turns out God has different plans.
Luke Chapter one says that Mary graciously accepted God's plans
for her. It couldn't have been easy. Think about all
the hardship Mary would endure because of God's calling on
(10:24):
her life. What would her parents think? Would Joseph leave
her when he found out? When God calls us to
something new, sometimes we can become consumed with the risks involved.
Thoughts of persecution, discomfort, and rejection can dominate our headspace.
Mary's a wonderful example of quietly and humbly accepting God's
(10:48):
will for her life. She asked Gabriel how it would
be possible since she was a virgin, indicating her innocence
and purity, But after the Angel explained, she didn't as
or resist, but simply said, behold, I am the servant
of the Lord. Let it be to me according to
your word. Her willingness to step into the unknown and
(11:11):
accept a mission that would lead to hardship and misunderstanding
shows an unparalleled humility and a commitment to the Lord.
This humility was not the result of low self esteem
or lack of ambition. Instead, it was rooted in an
accurate understanding of who God is and who she was
in relationship to him. Mary recognized her role in God's plan,
(11:36):
accepting it graciously, even with its potential for personal cost
and societal shame. Mary's strength, often overlooked, is an essential
part of her character. It would have taken great fortitude
to accept such a call, knowing that it could result
in her being ostracized or even worse, stone to death.
(11:59):
According to the laws of the time, stoning was on
the table. In addition, the physical and emotional toll of
bearing and raising a child under such circumstances is unimaginable.
You know the saying God never gives you more than
you can handle. Hear that saying thrown around quite a lot,
but I'd like to humbly challenge that idea. The Bible
(12:22):
shows us story after story of people who are given
more than they can handle. Moses certainly couldn't have freed
the people of Israel on his own. Daniel couldn't have
survived the Lion's den. The Bible continually shows us that
God does give us more than we can handle. We're
(12:43):
sometimes faced with challenges too significant to endure on our own,
but that is when the strength of God's spirit is shown.
Remember what God said to Paul in Two Corinthians twelve,
chapter nine. He encouraged Paul, saying, my grace is sufficient
for you, for my power will be made perfect in weakness.
(13:06):
That is why Paul said that he would boast all
the more in his weakness, because that is when the
strength of God was most evident in his life. In
future episodes will be immersed in the heart wrenching struggle
of Mary and Joseph. Together, they'll face near death experiences
and close calls, but God's providential strength will carry them through.
(13:31):
People often associate the God of the Old Testament with
strength and the God of the New Testament with gentleness.
But Christ's power is no different from the God who
formed the cosmos and parted seas they are the same.
We can take comfort in knowing that with Him by
our side, we can endure anything that comes our way.
(13:53):
This Christmas season, let us remember the great calling Christ
has given each of us. Like Mary, you and I
have been given a great mission. May we shoulder that
mission with grace, humility, and reliance on God. Mary's journey
has just begun, and we are just getting started with
the epic story of the Nativity. Join us for our
(14:17):
next episode as we follow Mary to the home of
Elizabeth and Zechariah. As she learns more about her calling,
her womb begins to expand. She will no longer be
able to hide what's happening. If you've enjoyed this podcast,
consider sharing it with a friend. We want the story
of Jesus to change lives. If you're interested in my ministry,
(14:39):
you can visit Discovering the Jewish Jesus dot com For
more engaging and transformative Biblical stories. Download the Prey dot
com app.
He has said to me, my grace is sufficient for you,
for my power is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly. Therefore,
I will rather glory in my weakness, that the power
of Christ may rest on me. Second Corinthians twelve nine.
Dear Heavenly Father, when we feel weak, inadequate, or overwhelmed,
(00:25):
we reminded that it is precisely in these moments that
your strength, power, and grace shine brightest. We ask for
the humility to accept our weaknesses and the faith to
see them not as failures, but as opportunities for your
power to be displayed. Help us, Lord, to rely not
(00:48):
on our own strength, but on the abundant grace you
freely give us in our struggles and trials. Let us
feel your presence power resting upon us, giving us the
courage and resilience to endure through our weaknesses. May we
(01:08):
be a testament to your infinite strength and love. We
pray in the name of Jesus, our source of power
and grace. Amen, thank you for pausing to pray today.
Prepare to be swept back into the Christmas story with
stories of the Messiah. With Rabbi Schneider, Nazareth was far
(01:39):
from a vibrant, bustling town, its character was more defined
by its ordinary, even dull nature. Far removed from the
trade routes, absent any shoreline, and devoid of the rich
cultural tapestry found in other cities, Nazareth was perhaps most
notable for its unremarkableness, a town with no glorious past,
her old tales, or exciting happenings. Yet, the dusty and
(02:02):
forgotten town, far from the holy City of Jerusalem was
about to be visited by God himself. The God who
had been silent and hidden in the margins of history
for four hundred years was about to descend upon humanity.
In this forsaken city Nazareth, God's hero would be revealed.
Speaker 2 (02:25):
Hello everyone, and welcome to another Christmas episode of the
Jesus Podcast. I'm Athan frompray dot Com. The Christmas season
is upon us. This is the perfect time to explore
the beautiful and epic journey of the Nativity. Christ's birth
is a tale of drama, danger, loyalty, and divine intervention.
(02:48):
It's my joy to guide you today as we are
introduced to Mary, a young woman from the small city
of Nazareth. Mary's story is that of humility, strength, devotion.
Mary was a mere vessel in the grand plan of salvation,
but she stands as an example for all believers today.
(03:10):
Her humble submission to God's will and her strength in
the face of adversity reminds us of the remarkable ways
God uses ordinary people for his extraordinary purposes. We are
about to immerse ourselves in a cinematic retelling of Matthew
and Luke's account of Mary. As we listen and reflect
(03:32):
on her life, may we be inspired to approach our
walk with God with the same humility and strength, trusting
in His plan regardless of our challenges and uncertainty. The
life of Mary teaches us that when we submit to
God's will, he provides the strength we need to fulfill
(03:52):
his purpose. This is only the beginning of Mary's harrowing story.
Let's listen now and then unpack more of the deeper
themes of her life afterwards.
Speaker 3 (04:05):
Sunrise broke over the dusty hills surrounding Nazareth. The mild
morning rays gently broke the chill of dawn. Its light
methodically sifted through the window in Mary's room. She slowly awoke,
her lungs filled with the dry and crisp air. She
carefully wrapped herself up, with deliberate caution not to stir
her siblings. She stepped into the awakening day. The cool,
(04:27):
dry breeze gently caressed her cheeks. Animals responded to the
rooster's call, and life began to hum. As families awoke
from their rest. Grasping a pale Mary started her daily
trek towards the town's lone well. Nazareth was far from
a vibrant, bustling town. Its character was more defined by
its ordinary, even dull nature. Far removed from the trade routes,
(04:49):
absent any shoreline, and devoid of the rich cultural tapestry
found in other cities, Nazareth was perhaps most notable for
its unremarkableness, a town with no glorious past, no her
ok tales, and no exciting happenings. Yet for Mary, a
flicker of anticipation made Nazareth seem less monotonous. She was
engaged to be married to one of the local Stonemasons, Joseph.
(05:11):
He was hardly the most handsome man in Nazareth, nor
the most skilled craftsman, but he was kind. His gentle
and quiet strength made him a kindred spirit to Mary
to her being betrothed to Joseph was exciting a break
in Nazareth's otherwise dull life. Mary drew water from the
well with the other young women in the town. They
(05:32):
playfully questioned Mary about her marriage and dreamed about their
own futures as wives, mothers, friends, and elders in the community.
It was a simple and joyful life, Mary led, she
wouldn't trade it for anything. Mary lugged her filled pale
back home. Her siblings had left for their chores and
her parents had started their day's work in the marketplace.
She climbed the incline leading to her home, her arms
(05:53):
aching under the weight of the water. She pushed the
door open with her foot, entered and turned around, only
to find a divine creature resting on her room's lattice. Greating,
oh favorite one, the angel announced, making Mary startle a
loose grip on her pail. Waters splashed across the room,
and Mary stumbled backwards on to the hard floor. Trying
(06:15):
to escape the surprise visitor. She attempted to rush out,
but the angel appeared before her, his face wearing a
reassuring smile.
Speaker 4 (06:22):
Please do not be afraid.
Speaker 2 (06:24):
The Lord is with you.
Speaker 3 (06:26):
His words left Mary puzzled, yet her fear was slightly alleviated.
She slowly retreated and sat on her bed's edge. The
angel spread his arms wide. I am Gabriel, and I
have come bearing good news. You, oh favorite one, have
been chosen.
Speaker 5 (06:42):
What does that mean?
Speaker 3 (06:43):
Mary asked, her hands absently fidgeting in her lap. The
angel's smile grew wider as he spoke. His words were
an intermingling of news and worship. Unto the Lord, Mary, you.
Speaker 6 (06:55):
Have found favor with God, Gabriel explained, You are to
pare a bird and blessing, unlike any other in the world.
Speaker 4 (07:03):
His voice was melodic. You, Mary, will conceive a son.
The child in your womb would be God's chosen one,
the mighty son of the most High, who will bear
the weight of mankind. The Lord will establish his kingdom
through him. He will inherit David's throne, and his kingdom
(07:24):
will be eternal, his glory everlasting. The impact of Gabriel's
words left Mary perplexed. She shook her head in disbelief.
Speaker 5 (07:34):
How can this be? I am a virgin, I am
young and have not known a man.
Speaker 3 (07:40):
Her eyes welled up the enormity of the revelation overwhelming her. Gabriel,
noticing her distress, descended to eye level. The angel wasn't human,
but he wore an empathetic grin as he reassured Mary
of her, calling Mary.
Speaker 6 (07:55):
All things are possible with God. The Holy Spirit will
come upon the power of the Highest God will overshadow you.
Speaker 3 (08:04):
The child you carry will be the son of God himself.
Seeing her eyes widen in shock, he continued, your.
Speaker 6 (08:11):
Cousin, Elizabeth, well past her Childbery.
Speaker 4 (08:14):
Ages already six months pregnant. Don't tell me, is there
anything the Lord cannot do?
Speaker 3 (08:22):
For a moment, Mary sat in silence. She could feel
God's spirit strengthening her. Her racing thoughts began to settle
into a calm stream. Closing her eyes tightly, she laid
a hand on her belly. It was then she felt
the favor of a God wash over her. Joy indescribable
and incomprehensible joy filled her. She stood, wiping her tears
(08:44):
and dusting off her dress, a smile gracing her face
as she met Gabriel's gaze. After a deep breath, she proclaimed.
Speaker 5 (08:54):
I am God's servant. I will gladly receive his will,
according to what you've said.
Speaker 3 (09:00):
With a nod, Gabriel vanished. Mary stepped outside. The sun
was high overhead. She bathed in its warm rays and
watched the village resume its regular rhythm. She heard birds
chirping and harmony with the gentle breeze. Suddenly, the mundane
day radiated with a divine glow. Her heart pounded with
anticipation and fear would lay ahead. Yet she knew Gabriel's
(09:23):
words held true.
Speaker 4 (09:25):
What would Joseph think?
Speaker 3 (09:26):
What would her family do? So many questions race through
her mind. Mary decided the best thing to do was
visit her cousin Elizabeth to witness what God was doing.
Speaker 2 (09:38):
This was not the life Mary expected for herself. Let's
put ourselves in Mary's shoes for a moment. She's young,
betrothed to be married, and has her whole life ahead
of her. She was undoubtedly dreaming about her wedding day,
having children with Joseph, and living a simple life in Nazareth.
But God had different plans for Mary. It can be
(10:01):
hard when God interrupts our plans, can't it. There are
key moments in our lives when we expect one thing
to happen, but it turns out God has different plans.
Luke Chapter one says that Mary graciously accepted God's plans
for her. It couldn't have been easy. Think about all
the hardship Mary would endure because of God's calling on
(10:24):
her life. What would her parents think? Would Joseph leave
her when he found out? When God calls us to
something new, sometimes we can become consumed with the risks involved.
Thoughts of persecution, discomfort, and rejection can dominate our headspace.
Mary's a wonderful example of quietly and humbly accepting God's
(10:48):
will for her life. She asked Gabriel how it would
be possible since she was a virgin, indicating her innocence
and purity, But after the Angel explained, she didn't as
or resist, but simply said, behold, I am the servant
of the Lord. Let it be to me according to
your word. Her willingness to step into the unknown and
(11:11):
accept a mission that would lead to hardship and misunderstanding
shows an unparalleled humility and a commitment to the Lord.
This humility was not the result of low self esteem
or lack of ambition. Instead, it was rooted in an
accurate understanding of who God is and who she was
in relationship to him. Mary recognized her role in God's plan,
(11:36):
accepting it graciously, even with its potential for personal cost
and societal shame. Mary's strength, often overlooked, is an essential
part of her character. It would have taken great fortitude
to accept such a call, knowing that it could result
in her being ostracized or even worse, stone to death.
(11:59):
According to the laws of the time, stoning was on
the table. In addition, the physical and emotional toll of
bearing and raising a child under such circumstances is unimaginable.
You know the saying God never gives you more than
you can handle. Hear that saying thrown around quite a lot,
but I'd like to humbly challenge that idea. The Bible
(12:22):
shows us story after story of people who are given
more than they can handle. Moses certainly couldn't have freed
the people of Israel on his own. Daniel couldn't have
survived the Lion's den. The Bible continually shows us that
God does give us more than we can handle. We're
(12:43):
sometimes faced with challenges too significant to endure on our own,
but that is when the strength of God's spirit is shown.
Remember what God said to Paul in Two Corinthians twelve,
chapter nine. He encouraged Paul, saying, my grace is sufficient
for you, for my power will be made perfect in weakness.
(13:06):
That is why Paul said that he would boast all
the more in his weakness, because that is when the
strength of God was most evident in his life. In
future episodes will be immersed in the heart wrenching struggle
of Mary and Joseph. Together, they'll face near death experiences
and close calls, but God's providential strength will carry them through.
(13:31):
People often associate the God of the Old Testament with
strength and the God of the New Testament with gentleness.
But Christ's power is no different from the God who
formed the cosmos and parted seas they are the same.
We can take comfort in knowing that with Him by
our side, we can endure anything that comes our way.
(13:53):
This Christmas season, let us remember the great calling Christ
has given each of us. Like Mary, you and I
have been given a great mission. May we shoulder that
mission with grace, humility, and reliance on God. Mary's journey
has just begun, and we are just getting started with
the epic story of the Nativity. Join us for our
(14:17):
next episode as we follow Mary to the home of
Elizabeth and Zechariah. As she learns more about her calling,
her womb begins to expand. She will no longer be
able to hide what's happening. If you've enjoyed this podcast,
consider sharing it with a friend. We want the story
of Jesus to change lives. If you're interested in my ministry,
(14:39):
you can visit Discovering the Jewish Jesus dot com For
more engaging and transformative Biblical stories. Download the Prey dot
com app.
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