1. Read Luke 3:1-6. Verses 1-2 list various leaders during John’s time in history. Why might it be important for us to remember that John was bringing his message at a time of political unrest and spiritual turmoil? Why might it be...
1. What is something that you think God may have in store for you in 2025? 2. Read Luke 2, verses 40 and 52. What might be the significance of the word “grew” in these verses? In what ways might it be helpful to imagine what Jesus...
1. What has been your experience with the Old Testament? Has it been an aid in your spiritual formation? If so, how? Have you seen the truth of 1 Corinthians 10:11 in your life? Explain. Do you do any regular reading in the Old Testament? 2. The...
1. During the Christmas season, do you tend to be more interested in tidings of comfort, or tidings of joy? Explain. 2. Read Luke 2:21-24. What might these various customs and rituals teach us about Jesus and His parents? 3. Read Luke 2:25-26...
1. If you were at church Sunday, what was your favorite part of the Christmas Cantata service and why? 2. Read Luke 2:1-5. Why do you think it might be important that God’s plan of salvation unfolded within actual events of human history?...
1. If you were at church Sunday, what was your favorite part of the Kids Christmas service and why? 2. What is one of the most thought-provoking things you’ve heard a child or young person say? How do you think hearing a child say it, may...
1. In Luke 1:57-58, Elizabeth’s neighbors and relatives share her joy when her son is born. Tell us about a time when you shared in someone else’s joy because God blessed them in some way. 2. In Luke 1:61, Zechariah’s neighbors...
1. Scripture tells us God sends angels to serve (minister) His people (Heb. 1:14; Ps. 34:6–7). Have you ever experienced or know of someone who has experienced such an event? 2. In v. 45 Elizabeth gives Mary a general blessing; Blessed is...
1. There are countless depictions of the angel Gabriel appearing to Mary in film, art, and music. Do you have a favorite? How do you picture the scene in Luke 1:26-38? 2. Skim through the passage from last week (Luke 1:5-25). What do you notice...
1. What comes to your mind when you think of John the Baptist? 2. Read Luke 1:5-25. What seems special to you about Zechariah and Elizabeth, and what seems fairly normal? How might their example of obedience, and waiting for God to answer their...
