Part 1/3 – The Birth of John the Baptist
PART1-3 – THE BIRTH OF JOHN THE BAPTIST (Luke 1:57-80) |
Elizabeth gives birth to a son (Luke 1:57-66) |
Zechariah’s prophecy (Luke 1:67-80)
Mary’s Song of Praise – the Magnificat
Mary’s Prophecy – Luke 1:51-55 ”He has shown strength with his arm. He has scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts. He has put down princes from their thrones. And has exalted the lowly. He has filled the hungry with good things. He has sent the rich away empty.”He has given help to Israel, his servant, that he might remember mercy, As he spoke to our fathers, to Abraham and his offspring forever.” Check out Mary’s prophecy. Jesus was most likely still in the embryonic stage here, and she says that through this immaculate conception: Other Scriptures: Psalms…
Pregnant Mary Visits Elizabeth
This video reveals the visit of Mary to her relative Elizabeth after learning about her pregnancy, as recorded in Luke chapter 1. In particular it shows the interaction between the two women as they meet and take in the significance of their two pregnancies. It also shows the song that Mary sung in response.
Mary Shocked by an Angel’s Announcement
This video reveals the appearance of the angel Gabriel to Mary foretelling the birth of the Christ, as recorded in Luke chapter 1. In particular it shows how Mary receives the message that she will give birth to the Christ and how she responds.
The Promise to Zachariah and Elizabeth
The content discusses the methodical account provided by Luke on the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, offering one perspective on Christ’s story. It also recounts the 400 years between the Old and New Testaments, highlighting how God closed the Old Testament with both a promise and a curse. Luke’s narrative picks up with Zacharias and Elizabeth, illustrating how God transformed the curse into grace through the arrival of Jesus. The study emphasizes the continuity and fulfillment of God’s promises from the Old Testament to the New Testament, as depicted in Luke’s account.
Birth of John the Baptist Foretold
An Angel Appears to Zechariah | This video reveals the circumstances surrounding the birth of John the Baptist, as recorded in Luke chapter 1. In particular it shows the appearance of an angel to Zechariah in the temple, foretelling the birth and ministry of John the Baptist. This is followed by Zechariah’s incredulity, his being struck dumb and Elizabeth conceiving.
Part 1/2 – Two Miracle Babies to be Born
PART1-2: TWO MIRACLE BABIES TO BE BORN (Luke 1)
* The Birth of John the Baptist foretold (Luke 1:5-25)
* The Birth of Jesus foretold (Luke 1:26-38)
* Mary’s response (Luke 1:39-56)
* John’s Birth (Luke 1:57-80)
PART 1 – His Incarnation, Birth and Childhood
The Birth & Childhood of Jesus For anyone who wants to join in, we are opening up a Bible discussion on “Following Jesus through the Gospels”. This is an opportunity to share what God is saying to you through the passages, and so we can mutually build one another up. There are no experts here – just sharing God’s Word. Outline
Introduction | John | Part 1 | Part 1-1 | Video
Overview of John’s Gospel
Summary of John’s Narrative (2 Parts) John’s narrative is vey different from the other three gospels. He wrote well after the other three, and he wrote mainly to the Christians and he gave supplementary stories that were not recorded by Matthew, Mark and Luke. He tells us his purpose for writing: “Therefore Jesus did many other signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written, that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in his name.” (John 20:30-31)
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