What does it really cost to say “yes” to God?

In this powerful kickoff to our May series, Mothers & Spiritual Mothers — Women Who Carried, Raised, or Spiritually Shaped God’s People, we begin with one of the most familiar yet deeply misunderstood women in Scripture—Mary, the mother of Jesus.

This episode goes beyond the nativity scene to uncover the true weight of Mary’s calling. As a young woman in first-century Jewish culture, her “yes” wasn’t just spiritual—it carried real social risk, potential shame, and life-altering consequences. From the moment the angel appeared to her, Mary stepped into a calling that required radical trust, surrender, and courage in the face of uncertainty.

We explore:
✨ The cultural reality of betrothal and why Mary’s pregnancy would have been seen as scandal
✨ The emotional and social cost behind her obedience
✨ Joseph’s role in protecting and covering what God was doing
✨ Mary’s journey as a mother—from carrying Jesus to standing at the foot of the cross
✨ What her faith teaches us about trusting God without having all the answers

This isn’t just the story of a mother—it’s the story of a woman who trusted God when it could have cost her everything… and how her obedience helped change the world forever.

🎧 If you’ve ever wrestled with trusting God in uncertain seasons, this episode will meet you right there.

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