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And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) And all went to be taxed, everyone into his own city. And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:) to be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child. And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. And she brought forth her first born so, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn. And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the fields, keeping watch over their flocks by night. And, lo, and angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, “Fear not: for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David, a Savior, which is Christ the LORD. And this shall be a sign unto you; ye shall find the Babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.” And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of heavenly host praising God, and saying, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men". And it came to pass, as thew angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, "Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us". And they came with haste and found Mary, and Joseph, and the Babe lying in a manger. ANd when they had seen it, they made known abroad the sayingwhich was told them concerning this Child. And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told to them by the shepherds. But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.

Mary, did you know that your baby boy would one day walk on water? Mary, did you know that your baby boy would save our sons and daughters? Did you know that your baby boy has come to make us new? This Child that you've delivered will soon deliver you.

Mary, did you know that your baby boy would give sight to the blind man? Mary, did you know that your baby boy would calm the storm with His hand? Did you know that your baby boy has walked where angels trod;  and when you kiss your little baby you've kissed the face of God? The blind will see, the deaf will hear, the dead will live again. The lame will leap, the dumb will speak the praises of the Lamb! 

Mary, did you know that your baby boy is the Lord of all creation? Mary, did you know that your baby boy will one day rule the nations? Did you know that your baby boy is heaven's perfect Lamb; this sleeping Child you're holding is the great I AM!

Mark Lowry was born to Charles Lowry, an attorney, and his wife Beverly, singer/songwriter, on June, 24, 1958, in Houston, TX. He grew up with music and learned to sing at a young age. He attended Liberty Baptist College (now Liberty University). In 1978, Mark and some members of the men's ensemble were going on tour, and Mark was badly injured in a car accident. He had 11 broken bones, was hopspitalized for several months, and needed months of physical therapy. He graduated in 1980. Mark began to go to different Baptist churches and sing professionally. While perfoming in churches he often took small breaks and did small comedy segments, and inadvertently started his comedy career. Eight years later, he was approached by Bill Gaither and joined the Gaither Vocal Band.  Around Christmastime, Mark was approached by a family friend to help write a children's Chirstmas play and was given the incomplete script. He began to read the story of Jesus' birth, and remembered a conversation he had with his mother a few years back that had stuck with him."If anyone on the earth knew that Jesus was born of a virgin and had a miraculous conception... it was Mary". Mark began thinking about all the miracles, signs, wonders, and everything that Jesus had done throughout his lifetime and wondered if Mary even knew how her Son would greatly impact all of mankind. He sat down and wrote his most-well known song, "Mary, did you know?". He completed his part of the script. He held onto this song and did not show anyone for 7 years because he did not think his song was any good, and even thought about throwing it in the trash. Eventually, he showed Buddy Green, and Buddy Green set it to music. After it was set to music, it was played and sung for Bill and Gloria Gaither and they were amazed at how beautifully written it was. Mark had the song published in 1991.  Mark stayed with the Gaither Vocal Band for 13 years, took a break and left the group and rejoined a few years later.  When his mother passed away in 2013, he left the group again, and still remains solo.  He has never married.