This song of Mary, the mother of Jesus, is commonly called the Magnificat because of the first line, “My soul magnifies the Lord.” It is a song of rejoicing in God’s favor shown to Mary by choosing her to be the human mother through whom the Messiah would enter the world. It is also a son of rejoicing in God’s favor shown to all who humbly receive the salvation this child will provide. There is great joy for us when we humbly receive Jesus and the mighty work of God through Him.