1. There is a Scarlet Thread through Scripture – Every story in Scripture whispers Christ’s name – The common theme that brings all of the Bible together is the atonement 2. Foreshadowing Swaddling Bands – There is a repetition of the idea of Jesus...
1. God can Turn your Marks of Sin into Memorials of Grace – It’s not a license to sin, or a reward for sin, but we often grow in grace when we are disciplined. – Zechariah had nine months to reflect on God’s promise to him. – Meditate on God’s Word...
1. Angelic Pronouncements – Mary is given the news that completely flips her world upside down – He is called Immanuel – God with us! (Isaiah 7:14) 2. How Can This Be? – The angel has to explain to Mary about the Virgin Birth – an incredibly...
1. Breaking the Silence – God speaks after 400 years of silence – God correlates this announcement through Gabriel with Malachi 4. 2. Is this Really True? – Just like Zechariah, our initial response can often be doubt – Make no doubt about it,...
In the holiday season (and the rest of the year), be like Mary. She wanted to be WITH Jesus, she was not trying to DO things for Jesus. The most important thing you can do for yourself and your family is to be with Jesus, enjoying His presence for all the days of your...
