And 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 him,to give his people the knowledge of salvation through the forgiveness of their sins, because of the tender mercy of our God, by which the rising sun will come to us from heaven to shine on those living in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the path of peace.” Luke 1:76-79

These words of Zechariah the Priest are a part of his prayer, giving praise to God for a child, for the special role of his child, and for the fulfillment of the promise – for the Kingdom is at hand.

Zechariah tenderly speaks to his newborn son John about John’s call in life – to call people to repentance and announce the coming of the Messiah.

On one hand it sounds like an incredible ministry for John, yet on the other, it is very similar to our own.  Each of us are called to announce the Messiah, to spread the good news of Jesus in any way we can.

The Advent and Christmas seasons give us plenty of times and ways to spread the message; are you prepared to do so?

Peace,

Pastor Bill