What does Luke 1:45 mean?

Luke 1:45 highlights themes such as faith, promise, blessing when read in context.

How should I apply Luke 1:45 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

And blessed is she that believed: for there shall be a performance of those things which were told her from the Lord.

43And whence is this to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me?

44For, lo, as soon as the voice of thy salutation sounded in mine ears, the babe leaped in my womb for joy.

45And blessed is she that believed: for there shall be a performance of those things which were told her from the Lord.

46And Mary said, My soul doth magnify the Lord,

47And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.

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Hebrews 11:1
This verse defines faith as the assurance of things hoped for, similar to Mary's belief.
Luke 1:48
Mary praises God for His attention to her humble state, reflecting her faith.
Romans 4:20
This verse discusses the faith of Abraham, paralleling Mary's belief in God's promise.