How did God's spirit inspire those surrounding Jesus' birth? Christian Questions Moments that Matter

God used specific individuals surrounding the birth of Jesus to prophetically outline the big picture of his ministry. Let’s begin with the words of Zacharias and Elizabeth who were the parents of John the Baptist.

Zacharias was unable to speak after the angel Gabriel told him of John’s coming birth. At John’s circumcision, Zacharias’s speech was restored, and he prophesied using Old Testament prophecies about both John’s role as forerunner and Jesus’ role as deliverer.

His wife Elizabeth, rejoiced at God’s mercy in giving her a son. Filled with the spirit, she recognized Mary’s child as her Lord and humbly celebrated Mary’s blessing. Mary herself responded with faith and praise, further echoing Old Testament themes of God’s mercy, strength and justice.

After Jesus’ birth, Simeon an aged and devout man prophesied about Jesus as salvation for both Israel and the Gentiles. Again, Old Testament prophecies were a clear source for what would unfold. Anna, an elderly prophetess, added her testimony, giving thanks and speaking of redemption to those awaiting Jerusalem’s deliverance.

What can we learn from all those surrounding Jesus' birth? For the answers to these questions and supporting scriptures listen to the full podcast now:

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