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The Song of Zechariah – Lk.1:67-79. a. The darkness he felt –v.78,79 - personal circumstances - national suffering b. The hope that was stirring 9 months of silence to reflect on God’s promises. 1. A God who actively cares. God is not a distant God. He is Immanuel – “God with us”
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The Song of Zechariah – Lk.1:67-79 a. The darkness he felt –v.78,79 - personal circumstances - national suffering b. The hope that was stirring 9 months of silence to reflect on God’s promises
1. A God who actively cares God is not a distant God. He is Immanuel – “God with us” 2. The Saviour God sends – a “mighty Saviour” - long promised - now come
3. The salvation he brings Our 2 greatest enemies are SIN & DEATH. • Release from sin & death’s grip • Released for right living & humble service This is GOOD NEWS to sing about
4. Learning from Zechariah • We are not alone in the darkness • Take time to stop & listen • Don’t ignore the greatest gifts - Forgiveness of sins - Life that death cannot destroy