There is something about the dawning of a new day as we move from the past into the present. As I have gotten older, I have realized that no matter how dark it may seem today, tomorrow is a new day for God to shine His light. Perhaps you are experiencing a dark time in …
Salvation through forgiveness is why Jesus came and died for our sins on the cross at Calvary. After Zechariah named his son John, his muteness was lifted, and he praised the Lord while giving prophecies about the coming Messiah and his own son, John the Baptist. Luke 1:76And you, my little son, will be called …
In his song, Zechariah remembered God’s covenantal faithfulness. Luke 1: 72 He (God) has been merciful to our ancestors by remembering his sacred covenant—73 the covenant he swore with an oath to our ancestor Abraham. [1] A covenant is an agreement that God initiates with His people by His authority. It gives promises and lists obligations for …
Zechariah breaks his silence with praise for redemption. As a consequence of doubt, God had punished him with muteness for the nine months of Elizabeth’s pregnancy. Now, after confirming the name of his son is John, his voice returned with praise for God and a Holy Spirit inspired prophecy. Luke 1: 68 Praise the Lord, the …
Trusting God’s wisdom is a move toward spiritual growth and reliance on Him. Proverbs 3: 5Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. 6 Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.[1] Learning to trust God often starts with small steps, …