01: Announcement of John's Birth (Luke 1:1 – 25)
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. π Read Luke 1:1 - 25 Q1. (1-4) What is Luke’s purpose of writing this gospel? Answers π 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 π 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 π Getting a son. Many ...