Key Scripture: ???
Outline:
I. Context of the Magnificat
a. What sort of feelings come to mind when you think of Mary's pregnancy in light of Isaiah's prophecy?
b Do you agree that faithful Jewish people of Mary's time were actually this self-aware of prophecy? What parts of Luke would you point to as evidence?
II. Content of the Magnificat
a. Is there a specific line in the Magnificat that causes you to rejoice like Mary rejoices?
b. How hard or easy is it for you to sing this song as your own heart's worship?
III. Closing of the Magnificat
a. Do you think of yourself as Abraham's offspring? What difference does that actually make in the scope of history? What difference does it make in how you live and see yourself?