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A Boring Genealogy?

A Boring Genealogy?

Matthew 1:1-17 Suggested further reading: 1 Peter 1:22-2:3 We are tempted to find these verses barren of spiritual truth. We could not be more wrong. The Word is always spiritually profitable, but our dullness sometimes keeps us from seeing God at work. This genealogy...

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Intellectual and Experiential Knowledge

Intellectual and Experiential Knowledge

Luke 1:67-80 Suggested further reading Ephesians 2:1-10 Zechariah had a clear understanding of Christ’s kingdom. He speaks of a physical deliverance from Gentile power and a physical kingdom. But he also understands the spiritual qualities necessary in those who serve...

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God’s Promises Are Sure!

God’s Promises Are Sure!

Luke 1:67-75 Suggested further reading: Numbers 23:18-24 Note the deep thankfulness in Zechariah’s words about the Messiah’s appearing! Praise is the first word that falls from his mouth as soon as his speech is restored. It is hard to imagine the excitement he...

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Kindness and Blessings

Kindness and Blessings

Luke 1:57-66 Suggested further reading: 1 Corinthians 12:8-26 In the conduct of Elizabeth’s friends and relatives, we have an example of the kindness we owe to one another (Luke 1:58). Though it seems a small gesture, showing joy in others’ joy and sorrow in their...

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Thanksgiving and Promises

Thanksgiving and Promises

Luke 1:46-56 Suggested further reading: Philippians 4:4-9 In Luke 1:46-49, Mary joyfully thanks God for what He has done for her. While her situation was unique, we can learn from her praise. Mary’s thankful spirit is found in all of God’s most notable saints. Both...

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Mary, a Pattern for Prayer

Mary, a Pattern for Prayer

Luke 1:46-56 Suggest further reading: James 1:19-25 Mary prays Scripture! Her prayer sounds like one of the Psalms and reflects the prayer of Hannah (1 Samuel 2:2-10). Her mind must have been so filled with Scripture, that when she wishes to express her deepest...

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Blessed Fellowship

Blessed Fellowship

Luke 1:39-45 Suggested further reading: Hebrews 11:1-6 Observe this fellowship between believers. Here is the visit paid by Mary to her cousin Elizabeth and how their hearts were cheered by this meeting. We should regard fellowship with believers as a means of grace....

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Yes, Lord

Yes, Lord

Luke 1:34-38 Suggested further reading: Matthew 26:36-42 The angel speaks of the mystery of Christ’s Incarnation in a reverent and discreet manner. We will do well to imitate it. As modesty marks the Scriptural account, so may it mark our meditations about the manner...

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A Remarkable Woman, a More Remarkable Son

A Remarkable Woman, a More Remarkable Son

Luke 1:26-33 Suggested further reading: Matthew 12:46-50 We have here the good news of the most marvelous event that ever happened: the incarnation and birth of our Lord Jesus Christ. His First Advent was one of humiliation that began at His conception and birth. We...

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