We can see from the story of John the Baptist’s birth that God has a plan for His children. John would fulfill a predetermined purpose for God. He was forbidden to drink wine as a vow of consecration to God. Luke 1: 15 for he will be great in the eyes of the Lord. He must …
As the creator, God gave the gift of a child to Zechariah and Elizabeth. Luke 1: 13 But the angel said, “Don’t be afraid, Zechariah! God has heard your prayer. Your wife, Elizabeth, will give you a son, and you are to name him John. 14 You will have great joy and gladness, and many will rejoice …
Prayer is communicating with God and is one of the greatest gifts the Lord has given to His children. When we pray, we can speak to the God of the universe, and He is always there to listen as if we are the only person on earth. Like a loving parent, I believe God loves …
Angels are God’s messengers and work all around us in the unseen realm. Before the Lord created humanity, He created angels who would minister to humanity. Hebrews 1:14Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation?” [1] As believers in Jesus, angels are ministering to you, doing things you are …
The story of Zechariah burning incense in the Temple shows how God directs our path. Luke 1: 8 One day, Zechariah was serving God in the Temple, for his order was on duty that week. 9 As was the custom of the priests, he was chosen by lot to enter the sanctuary of the Lord and burn …
Being faithful during life’s trials can be a time of testing for anyone. During trials, we wonder if God has forgotten about us or why He doesn’t answer our prayers. As our roots of faith grow deeper, we begin to understand from God’s word that life’s difficulties, although not welcomed, can be great teachers. Zechariah, a …
God keeps His promises. Mary and Elizabeth knew this as God did what the angel had said in each of their circumstances. Elizabeth was pregnant with John the Baptist, and Mary was pregnant with Jesus. Elizabeth commented Mary. Luke 1:45 You are blessed because you believed that the Lord would do what he said.”[1] Mary responded …
As only God can, His mercy fills the hungry. If you are hungry for God today, He wants to give you His mercy and grace. Those who seek God don’t necessarily get gold or silver but receive a relationship with Him. Mary was pregnant by the Holy Spirit when she went to visit Elizabeth. John …
God scatters the proud because pride is sinful and hinders us from seeking Him. Mary understood this as she sang her song of praise. Luke 1:51His mighty arm has done tremendous things! He has scattered the proud and haughty ones. [1] What can we learn from Mary? Mary had traveled over fifty miles to be …
Scripture tells us how faith results in favor. Mary was a faithful believer before the angel Gabriel visited her, but the angel’s visit would put her faith to the test. Gabriel said, Luke 1:28 “Greetings, favored woman! The Lord is with you!…” You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you will name him …