“Mary, being dead to herself, never longed for God to speak to her until He deemed it necessary for the accomplishment of His designs in her regard.”

For Reflection:       

What do I think it means that Mary was “dead to herself?” To what extent can I say the same about myself? Am I willing to remain “dead” as I await the accomplishment of God’s designs in me? What about me can help? What can hinder? Which virtue do I need to employ?