The people were waiting expectantly and were all wondering in their hearts if John might possibly be the Messiah. John answered them all, “I baptize you with water. But one who is more powerful than I will come, the straps of whose sandals I am not worthy to untie. He will baptize you with the […]
Bible Study Devotional – Day 108 – Commentary Luke 1:62-66 – Is it important to tell others God is gracious?
Then they made signs to his father (Zechariah), to find out what he would like to name the child. He asked for a writing tablet, and to everyone’s astonishment he wrote, “His name is John.” Immediately his mouth was opened and his tongue set free, and he began to speak, praising God. All the neighbors […]
Bible Study Devotional – Day 99 – Commentary Luke 1:23-25 – Why did Elizabeth remain in seclusion during her pregnancy? (Luke 1:23-25)
When Zechariah’s time of service was completed, he returned home. After this his wife Elizabeth became pregnant and for five months remained in seclusion. “The Lord has done this for me,” she said. “In these days he has shown his favor and taken away my disgrace among the people.” (Luke 1:23-25) Hugh Heffner and my […]
Bible Study Devotional — Day 98 – Commentary Luke 1:18-22 – Can a bump in the road lead to blessings?
Zechariah asked the angel, “How can I be sure of this? I am an old man and my wife is well along in years.” The angel said to him, “I am Gabriel. I stand in the presence of God, and I have been sent to speak to you and tell you this good news. And […]
Day 96 – Luke 1:11-13 – Should you pray for your future generations?
Then an angel of the Lord appeared to him, standing at the right side of the altar of incense. When Zechariah saw him, he was startled and was gripped with fear. But the angel said to him: “Do not be afraid, Zechariah; your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, […]
Day 95 – Luke 1:8-10 – God or coincidence?
What do you want that you have no control over getting? When I was in my twenties, I wanted children. I was unable to get pregnant for a year. During that year I prayed for a child, but I also shed many tears thinking I could be barren. Perhaps you’re praying and shedding tears because […]
Day 94 – Luke 1:5-7 – Is prayer advantageous?
In the time of Herod king of Judea there was a priest named Zechariah, who belonged to the priestly division of Abijah; his wife Elizabeth was also a descendant of Aaron. Both of them were righteous in the sight of God, observing all the Lord’s commands and decrees blamelessly. But they were childless because Elizabeth […]