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This is not a gospel of gain or wealth. This is a gospel of trust. Mary\\u2019s song is one of remembrance of God\\u2019s promises of mercy and faithfulness to Israel, to Abraham and his descendants. And Jesus is how God is going to continue this covenantal song.
\\n\\nGROUP QUESTIONS:\\n
1. What are the traditional ways "songs" have been understood in Christian practice? How does that compare with these biblical songs?\\n
2. Discuss the different aspects of "trust" in this story. (To "believe" but also to be "entrusted with"\\u2026)\\n
3. What are the songs that are needed today?