Luke 1:67-80

"Then [John's] father, Zechariah, was filled with the Holy Spirit and gave this prophecy: "Praise the Lord, the God of Israel, because he has..."

"[John's father, Zechariah, concludes his prophecy:] "And you, my little son, will be called the prophet of the Most High, because you will prepare..."

"[Zechariah said,] "Praise be to the Lord, God of Israel, because he has come and has redeemed his people. He has raised up a horn of salvation for us in the..."

"[Zechariah prophesied concerning John,] "You, my child, will be called a prophet of the Most High; for you will go on before the Lord to prepare the way for..."

Inspirational illustration of Luke 1:68-70 -- Praise be to the Lord, God of Israel, because he has come and has redeemed his people. He has raised up a horn of salvation for us in the house of his servant David, as he said through his holy prophets long a

Light is coming from above! Rubel Shelly writes about the trapped Chilean miners and the incredible rescue efforts that involved so many different peoples and how this mirrors heaven's efforts to rescue us.

"Dear Disciple, Over the last month, you have been reminded of My birth and how My coming changed everything. I came at God's chosen time. Political....."

"Then Zachariah was filled with the Holy Spirit and prophesied, "Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; he came and set his people free.""

Inspirational e-card of Luke 1:78-79 - Because of the Mercy of our God by which the rising sun will come to us from Heaven...

Are you helping transition those you love out of darkness? Phil Ware continues his series of light on the dark side of the mountain and reminds us of Samuel, the great transitional leader of God.

Aren't you glad Christmas is coming even on Thanksgiving? Phil Ware talks about how important it is that Thanksgiving is followed by Christmas and he shares a personal story to remind us it is true!

"[John the Baptizer's] father Zechariah was filled with the Holy Spirit and prophesied: ..."

"And the child [John the Baptizer] grew and became strong in spirit; and he lived in the wilderness until he appeared publicly to Israel."

"John grew up and became strong in spirit. And he lived in the wilderness until he began his public ministry to Israel."

How dark is it in your world? Phil Ware continues his series called Light on the Dark Side of the Mountain and reminds us that risky faith is rewarded.

How deep is the darkness where you shine your light? Phil Ware continues his dialogue on darkness and light and emphasizes the importance of shining our light in the darkness and

Can you find the joy right now? Phil Ware reminds us of the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth, lived out in hard times, when God did the glorious and amazing things and longs to do them again in our day.

What's going on here with our traditions? Rubel Shelly reminds us of what is most important and truthful and what is legend about the Christmas story.