The Song of Zechariah (Luke 1:5-25, 57-80)

I. Intro
Big Idea: God’s provision is greater than we can imagine. Malachi 4:5-6; Ephesians 3:20-21
II. Chosen
A. God had a plan for Zechariah and Elizabeth. Luke 1:5-7
B. Zechariah thought life couldn’t get better. Luke 1:8-10
III. In the Presence of God
A. Zechariah’s son would announce the coming of the Messiah. Luke 1:11-17
B. Zechariah’s judgement was silence. Luke 1:18-25; Romans 3:23
IV. Joy
A. Jesus came to take away our disgrace. Matthew 11:11; Luke 1:57-63
B. Jesus came to forgive our sin. Luke 1:64-66
V. Redemption
A. Zechariah made much of Jesus. Luke 1:67-75
​B. Worship is never wasted. Zephaniah 3:16; Luke 1:76-80; Revelation 5:9

The Next Step

• What’s one of your favorite Christmas carols?
• What’s something you found important, meaningful, or confusing about Luke 1:5-25, 57-80?
• What does it tell us about Zechariah and Elizabeth that they were faithful to the Lord even though they had not achieved their dream?
• Why do you think people are always afraid when they see an angel in the Bible?
• Why did Zechariah deserve the judgment he received from Gabriel?
• What do we learn from Zechariah singing mostly about the coming of the Messiah when he regained his ability to speak?
• How can you respond to Luke 1:5-25, 57-80 this Advent season?

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