When Jesus therefore saw His mother, and the disciple whom He loved standing by, He said to His mother, “Woman, behold your son!” Then He said to the disciple, “Behold your mother!” And from that hour that disciple took her to his own home. (John 19:26-27)

Among soldiers casting lots for blood stained souvenirs was a woman gazing intently on the Son of God.

Years earlier Mary had been blessed to bring into this world the Holy One who was hanging on the cross. Mary knew He was born to save His people from their sin and as a sinner she rejoiced in God her Saviour.

Today let us each take note of what she said about Him:

“Whatever He says to you, do it” (John 2:5)

Alongside Mary that day stood a fisherman who had forsaken all; John as a disciple had witnessed His power, authority and wisdom. Daily he had seen the glory of the Lord Jesus Christ and having stood at the cross he appreciated the greatness of His love:

“By this we know love, because He laid down His life for us” (1 John 3:16)