Zechariah’s Song - 2021/12/05

Luke 1:57-79 For Further Study Compare Zechariah’s response to Gabriel’s visit with Mary’s response. (1:34 -38) Compare Zechariah’s song with Mary’s song. Are there similarities? Consider the words “redeem,” “saved” or “salvation” and “rescue.” Do you think these words mean the same thing or are there some differences? Why is it significant for Zechariah’s song to mention David, Abraham, OT prophets and God’s covenant with Israel (His people)? What does the song indicate will be John’s role in the coming of the Messiah? What impact does Zechariah’s song have on us today as followers of Jesus?