Zechariah had ten months of silence to pray, read Scripture, and consider what God was going to do through his miracle baby boy John the Baptist. His first words were a prophecy inspired by the Holy Spirit. God had come to redeem his people. He was raising up a horn of salvation who fulfilled promises to David and Abraham. Jesus the Messiah was coming to rescue us from our enemies of sin, death and the devil. Through Jesus we can serve God without fear in holiness and righteousness all our days.

Zechariah also foretold baby John's mission, which was to prepare the way for the Lord, and to make known salvation through the forgiveness of sin. Jesus is the rising sun who dispels darkness and the shadow of death. Jesus guides our feet to the path of peace.


Application: Praise be to you, O Lord, our Savior and Deliverer and Redeemer, our Light and our Peace. You enable us to serve you by your mercy. Thank you for this great privilege and grace to know you and serve you. In Jesus' name. Amen.
One Word: Rescued and enabled to serve him without fear, in holiness and righteousness