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When John was born, his father Zechariah praised the Lord. His praise gives important insight about God’s salvation. 👉 Read Luke 1:57 - 80 Q1. What amazed them? (from 59-66) Answers 👉 When they saw the birth of John in their old age,  when they heard that the baby would be named John—a name not taken from among their relatives— and when they saw Zechariah begin to praise after being mute, they recognized something unusual was happening. At first, they rejoiced with her. But when they realized that Zechariah had been mute because of his unbelief, all were filled with fear. These signs showed that the Lord’s hand was with the baby. The Lord’s coming brings both blessing and judgment. Ironically, his lack of faith—and the resulting muteness—became a witness that the Lord’s hand had appeared. Q2. The praise of Zechariah consists of praise for God's salvation (    ~     ) and a prophecy about John's mission (     ~    ...

Six months after the announcement of John’s birth, the angel appeared to the virgin Mary and proclaimed the coming birth of Jesus. 👉 Read Luke 1:26 - 56 Q1. What were the angel’s words to Mary (three, 30-33) Answers 👉 Don't be afraid. You have found favor with God You will bear a son and name him Jesus He will sit on David's throne; his kingdom lasts forever. (His mission) v28: the Greek word for 'Greetings' is χαῖρε (rejoice).  Two observations: the Bible highlights Mary was a virgin, and Zechariah and Elizabeth were very old. And the angel again said, ‘Do not be afraid.’ Q2. When Mary questioned how she could have baby without knowing man, the angel answered,  “(         ) will come upon you and the power of the Most High will (       ) you. Therefore, the child will be called (                   ). Look your relative Elizabeth has also become pregnant in her ...

The good news came to blameless Zechariah, yet he could not believe that an old man like himself could bear a son. God’s good news always surpasses human reasoning. 👉 Read Luke 1:1 - 25 Q1. (1-4) What is Luke’s purpose of writing this gospel? Answers 👉 To let the readers know for sure the things they were taught. Luke’s gospel is known for its orderly arrangement, but not 100% chronological order. The name 'Theophilus' means the one who loves God. It is not sure if it was a real name or not.  Q2. (5 – 7) The Bible introduces Zechariah, a priest, who will become the father of John the Baptist. What seemingly unjust situation were he and his wife in? (6-7) Answer 👉 Although Zechariah and his wife Elizabeth were righteous and blameless before the Lord, they lived under the pain and shame of barrenness—a condition that seemed unjust and unrewarded despite their faithfulness. Q3. What was Zechariah's prayer? (v7, v13)  Answers 👉 Getting a son. Many ...