Mary in the bible

When you study the names of the women named in Jesus’ lineage, one name is not like the others. Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, Bathsheba and -- Mary. No scandalous sin is recorded of Mary like those of Tamar and Bathsheba. She’s not a Gentile like Ruth or Rahab. In fact, it's reasonable to assume Mary would be included in the genealogy of Jesus since she was Jesus’ mother. We're used to our mother's names being listed on our birth certificates as they are key to our lineage. But Matthew 1 traces Jesus’…

An inspirational scene depicting the biblical moment of Elizabeth's declaration to Mary, as referenced in Luke 1:45. The setting is serene and ancient, with soft, warm lighting enhancing the spiritual ambiance. In the foreground, two women, Elizabeth and Mary, are depicted in a moment of deep connection and faith. Elizabeth, an elderly Middle-Eastern woman, is shown with a gentle, wise...

Discover the powerful Mary and Martha lesson from the Bible! Learn how to balance service and worship in your life with timeless insights from this inspiring story. With FREE printable Study and Reflection questions!

I remember the first time I read about Jesus and Mary at the wedding of Cana, I was a bit confused. Jesus was calling Mary…

Mary was chosen by God to bring His son into the world. In today's blog post, we discuss three characteristics of Mary to mirror in our own lives.

There are six women in the Bible named Mary, and they are all in the New Testament. Do you know who the Marys are?

Queen Esther, Prophetess Deborah, Abigail. Contrast such good women in the Bible with the cautionary tales of Eve, Lot’s wife, Queen Jezebel. See 21 examples and a timeline.

No matter how distant you feel from her, keep reading, and discover the lessons from Mary, the mother of Jesus, that will grow your faith.