Lent 2025 School of Prayer 30

Day 30: Praying with Mary

“My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior.” — Luke 1:45–47

The mother of Jesus, Mary, is a shining example of spiritual and committed submission. The angel Gabriel declared she would bear the Son of God. She answered not with anxiety but with trust. “Let it be done to me according to your word” (Luke 1:38). Her prayer, the Magnificat, is a song of gratitude, humility, and great delight in God’s design.

Mary’s story reminds us that prayer is about trusting in God’s promises, not only about requesting things. She considered God’s work in her heart (Luke 2:19). She stayed strong in front of adversity. She stood at the foot of the cross in trust. She teaches us confident prayer even if our future is unknown.

Use Mary’s words, “My soul magnifies the Lord,” as your prayer today. As you walk in faith, consider God’s goodness. Let your fears go and beg her intercession.

Reflection: Thinking about Mary’s example of trust and prayer, how may your own relationship with God be inspired? Spend some time praying the Magnificat (Luke 1:46–55) then let it direct your heart in thankfulness and submission.

Fasting & Giving: Fast from selfishness in relationships. Do an unexpected kind act.