“He has shown strength with his arm,” she sings, perhaps recalling the God who split the Red Sea, toppled kingdoms, and now reaches into the obscurity of her life. Mary knows her humble estate doesn’t hinder God’s work; instead, it magnifies His glory. Her song reflects a timeless truth: the Almighty delights in exalting the humble.

This glimpse of God’s strength contrasts with our human frailty. We, like Mary, have no power of our own. Every breath, every heartbeat, and every talent we possess is a gift from God. Yet, how often do we forget our dependence on Him, striving in our own strength and falling prey to the sin of pride?