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God’s Impeccable Timing

God’s Impeccable Timing

Luke 2:1-7 Suggested further reading: Psalm 31:9-20 For six hundred years, the fate of Israel was in the hands of foreigners. Waiting for centuries for a promise to be fulfilled is tiring and discouraging. But delay does not mean denial. There were advantages under...

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Immanuel

Immanuel

Matthew 1:18-25 Suggested further reading: John 1:1-5, 14-18 Jesus’ title of “Immanuel” reflects His nature as God manifest in the flesh. We must be clear about His nature and person and believe firmly that our Savior is, at the same time, both perfect man and perfect...

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Jesus and Joseph

Jesus and Joseph

Matthew 1:18-25 Suggested further reading: Philippians 2:5-11 The name “Jesus” means Savior and points to His special work on behalf of His people: He saves them from sin. He saves them from the penalty of sin by faith in His substitutionary death for them. He saves...

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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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