Basic Bible Teaching: Zacharias and Elisabeth Bible Study.

Sunday, 14 July 2024

Zacharias and Elisabeth Bible Study.

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]A @Christadelphians Video: Description: Zechariah received the first angelic visit in 500 years, before that it was Daniel. He and Elisabeth were both described as being righteous before God, a very rare thing. They maintained their trust in God despite their prayers for a child being unanswered. They waited on God, knowing that He seeks our eternal good. # Summary The presentation delves into the lives of Zacharias and Elizabeth, exploring their context during the reign of Herod the Great, and highlighting the moral and spiritual lessons drawn from their story as depicted in the Gospel of Luke. The speaker also discusses Herod's tyranny, the detailed nature of Luke's writing, and the faith and integrity of Zacharias and Elizabeth. ### Highlights - 🏛️ **Historical Context**: Zacharias and Elizabeth lived during the reign of Herod the Great, a ruler known for his grand constructions and extreme cruelty. - 📜 **Scriptural Accuracy**: Luke's Gospel is noted for its precision in historical and cultural details, emphasizing the trustworthiness of the Scriptures. - 👨‍👩‍👧 **Faithful Living**: Despite the corrupt environment, Zacharias and Elizabeth remained faithful, living according to God's commandments and making significant personal sacrifices. - 🌟 **Divine Appointment**: Zacharias was chosen to burn incense in the temple, a significant and rare honour for a priest, highlighting God's intervention in their lives. - 🤲 **Answered Prayers**: The angel Gabriel announced that their prayers for a child were heard, leading to the birth of John the Baptist, the forerunner of the Messiah. - 🏠 **Obedience to God**: The couple's choice to live in the Hill Country of Judea, as prescribed by scripture, demonstrates their dedication to following God's will. - 🏺 **Symbolism of Incense**: The offering of incense symbolised prayers, aligning with the collective prayers of the people during Zacharias's service. - 👼 **Angelic Encounter**: Zacharias experienced an angelic visitation, the first in 500 years, marking a pivotal moment in biblical history. # Keyword - Biblical Lessons - Historical Context - Faith and Integrity [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WEm2wH4NaU[/embedyt][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css_animation="none"]*************************************************************************************** This video was produced by the ChristadelphianVideo.org project, arranged and supported by Christadelphians worldwide. You can follow us online at.. #1 Our Main site...