The Song of Zechariah – Lk.1:67-79

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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

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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” - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

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The Song of Zechariah – Lk.1:67-79

a. The darkness he felt –v.78,79 - personal circumstances - national sufferingb. The hope that was stirring9 months of silence to reflect on

God’s promises

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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

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3. The salvation he brings

Our 2 greatest enemies are SIN & DEATH.

a. Release from sin & death’s gripb. Released for right living & humble

serviceThis is GOOD NEWS to sing about

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4. Learning from Zechariah

a. We are not alone in the darknessb. Take time to stop & listenc. Don’t ignore the greatest gifts - Forgiveness of sins - Life that death cannot destroy