God's Working in Time: Luke 1:5-25 - Faithful Service Despite Disappointments
Explore the story of Zacharias and Elizabeth in Luke 1:5-25, highlighting their faithfulness to God despite facing disappointments. Witness God's timing in fulfilling their prayers and the miraculous events that unfolded. Discover the lessons of trusting in God's plan even when faced with challenges.
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Gods Working in Time Luke 1: 5-25 2 December 2018 A.M. Series: Christmas 2018
Luke 1: 5-10 5 In the days of Herod, king of Judea, there was a priest named Zacharias, of the division of Abijah; and he had a wife from the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elizabeth. 6 They were both righteous in the sight of God, walking blamelessly in all the commandments and requirements of the Lord. 7 But they had no child, because Elizabeth was barren, and they were both advanced in years. 8 Now it happened that while he was performing his priestly service before God in the appointed order of his division, 9 according to the custom of the priestly office, he was chosen by lot to enter the temple of the Lord and burn incense. 10 And the whole multitude of the people were in prayer outside at the hour of the incense offering New American Standard Bible: 1995 update. (1995). (Lk 1:5 12). La Habra, CA: The Lockman Foundation.
Faithful Service Despite Disappointments. Vv. 5 - 10 The Historical Significance (v. 5) They were Godly people with human problems (vv. 6-7) They were worshippers of God both personally and corporately (vv. 8-10) An opportunity of a lifetime for the common priest.
Luke 1: 11 14, 18 - 20 11 And an angel of the Lord appeared to him, standing to the right of the altar of incense. 12 Zacharias was troubled when he saw the angel, and fear gripped him.13 But the angel said to him, Do not be afraid, Zacharias, for your petition has been heard, and your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you will give him the name John. 14 You will have joy and gladness, and many will rejoice at his birth. . . 18 Zacharias said to the angel, How will I know this for certain? For I am an old man and my wife is advanced in years. 19 The angel answered and said to him, I am Gabriel, who stands in the presence of God, and I have been sent to speak to you and to bring you this good news. 20 And behold, you shall be silent and unable to speak until the day when these things take place, because you did not believe my words, which will be fulfilled in their proper time. New American Standard Bible: 1995 update. (1995). (Lk 1:12 17). La Habra, CA: The Lockman Foundation.
Faith in Gods Timing Vv. 11 14, 18 - 20 God favored Zacharias and Elizabeth (vv. 11-14.) Their need was met by God in a very personal way. Their prayers were answered. Zacharias showed a weakness that required God s Discipline (vv. 18-22) He couldn t believe in the impossible? God expected Him to believe. Zach received a sign as requested.
Luke 1: 18 - 25 21 The people were waiting for Zacharias, and were wondering at his delay in the temple. 22 But when he came out, he was unable to speak to them; and they realized that he had seen a vision in the temple; and he kept making signs to them, and remained mute. 23 When the days of his priestly service were ended, he went back home. 24 After these days Elizabeth his wife became pregnant, and she kept herself in seclusion for five months, saying, 25 This is the way the Lord has dealt with me in the days when He looked with favor upon me, to take away my disgrace among men. New American Standard Bible: 1995 update. (1995). (Lk 1:18 25). La Habra, CA: The Lockman Foundation.
God Proves our Faith in His Time Vv. 21 - 25 The people stop praying and begin worrying. Wondered if Zach was dead for offending God. Zach comes out but cannot speak to give the traditional blessing. God fulfilled His promises. What do you think Zach told his wife when he got home? They withdrew into God s presence.
Conclusion God is working in time, meanwhile let us be faithful in the service He has called us to. God is working in time despite our human disappointments and problems. God is working in time, so let us not loose faith no matter how long that time is. God is working in time, He will prove Himself over and over.
