The wonder of possible impossibilities Luke 1:8080 John grew up and became strong in spirit. And he lived in the wilderness until he began his public ministry to Israel.Ahh, and we are left at the end of Luke 1 with our equivalent of “To Be Continued…” Luke sure knows how to tell a story in a way that leaves us wanting more. What did he do in the wilderness?  Where were his parents and did they li...  Read More

The wonder of possible impossibilities Luke 1:67-7967 Then his father, Zechariah, was filled with the Holy Spirit and gave this prophecy:68 “Praise the Lord, the God of Israel, because he has visited and redeemed his people. 69 He has sent us a mighty Savior from the royal line of his servant David, 70 just as he promised through his holy prophets long ago. 71 Now we will be saved from our enemies...  Read More

The wonder of possible impossibilities Luke 1:65-6665 Awe fell upon the whole neighborhood, and the news of what had happened spread throughout the Judean hills. 66 Everyone who heard about it reflected on these events and asked, “What will this child turn out to be?” For the hand of the Lord was surely upon him in a special way.Awe, wonder, fear, even dread, fell among those who knew what had tak...  Read More

The wonder of possible impossibilities Luke 1:57-6457 When it was time for Elizabeth’s baby to be born, she gave birth to a son. 58 And when her neighbors and relatives heard that the Lord had been very merciful to her, everyone rejoiced with her.59 When the baby was eight days old, they all came for the circumcision ceremony. They wanted to name him Zechariah, after his father. 60 But Elizabeth s...  Read More

The wonder of possible impossibilities Luke 1:46-5646 Mary responded, “Oh, how my soul praises the Lord.47 How my spirit rejoices in God my Savior!48 For he took notice of his lowly servant girl, and from now on all generations will call me blessed.49 For the Mighty One is holy, and he has done great things for me.50 He shows mercy from generation to generation to all who fear him.51 His mighty ar...  Read More

The wonder of anticipation Luke 1:39-4539 A few days later Mary hurried to the hill country of Judea, to the town 40 where Zechariah lived. She entered the house and greeted Elizabeth. 41 At the sound of Mary’s greeting, Elizabeth’s child leaped within her, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit.42 Elizabeth gave a glad cry and exclaimed to Mary, “God has blessed you above all women, and yo...  Read More