Scripture Focus
Luke 1:39–45
"Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord would fulfill his promises to her!" – Luke 1:45 (NIV)
Who Were Elizabeth and Mary?
Elizabeth and Mary shared more than just a family connection—they shared a divine calling. Elizabeth, once barren, miraculously carried John the Baptist. Mary, a young virgin, had just received word she would carry the Savior of the world. When Mary visited Elizabeth, the baby in Elizabeth’s womb leapt with joy, and Elizabeth responded by blessing and affirming Mary’s faith.
In that sacred moment, Elizabeth didn’t compare, compete, or criticize. She encouraged. She believed. She blessed.
Devotional Thought
True sisterhood celebrates, supports, and speaks life.
When Mary entered Elizabeth’s home, she was likely still processing the fear, uncertainty, and wonder of what God had spoken to her. And who met her at the door? A woman of faith. A woman who didn’t doubt her. A woman who confirmed what God had already said.
That’s the kind of sisterhood God desires for us—one where we affirm what God is doing in one another’s lives.
Where we speak life, declare truth, and rejoice when another woman is chosen, favored, or blessed.
Mini Bible Study: Sisters Who Affirm One Another in Faith
Study these verses as you reflect on how Elizabeth modeled spiritual encouragement:
Proverbs 16:24 – "Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones."
➤ Are my words bringing life and healing to others?
Hebrews 3:13 – "But encourage one another daily, as long as it is called 'Today'..."
➤ What simple encouragement can I give my sister today to strengthen her faith?
Luke 1:45 – "Blessed is she who has believed..."
➤ How can I affirm someone else’s faith walk instead of letting doubt creep in?
Philippians 2:1–2 – "…being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind."
➤ How can I be more united with other women in faith instead of seeing them as competition?
The words you write in your note may be the confirmation your Secret Sister needs to hear this week. You never know what your encouragement might ignite in someone else’s spirit.
