Mary, Did You Know?
by Mark Lowry
Theology & Meaning
A series of rhetorical questions posed to Mary about the nature of the child she bore—did she know that her baby would walk on water, calm a storm, give sight to the blind? The poetic questions stack up to reveal the full identity of the incarnate Son of God.
Worship Leadership Tips
Works best as a devotional solo or small ensemble piece for Advent and Christmas. The questions are designed to create wonder in the listener. Effective as a prelude to a Christmas message. Best led by a strong soloist rather than as a congregational song.
Arrangement Tips
Minor-influenced feel with a flowing, contemplative melody. Piano or acoustic guitar. Strings add warmth and depth if available. The arrangement should serve the questions—unhurried, wondering. The climax 'this sleeping child you're holding is the great I AM' deserves a moment of silence after.
Scripture References
- Luke 1:35
- Isaiah 9:6
- John 1:14