Tag Archives: Elizabeth

John the Baptist

Why did John baptize? We are familiar with Christian baptism but John’s ministry began before Christ’s. There was no Old Testament baptism but washing something in water to make it clean is a pretty ancient concept. Let’s talk about how … Continue reading

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The Holy Spirit Speaks

The Song of Mary, also known as the Magnificat, and Zechariah’s prophecy regarding the ministry of John the Baptist are both found in Luke 1. Let’s spend some time in these passages on this Christmas Eve meditating on what God … Continue reading

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Elizabeth and Mary, a Mother’s Day Sermon

You don’t have to choose between honoring mothers on Mother’s Day and sharing the Gospel. Any message can and should begin with scripture and present the Gospel no matter happens in between. Elizabeth and Mary are not just characters in … Continue reading

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A Real Team Player

Jesus never works alone. From before his birth, through his earthly ministry, the establishment of the New Testament church and beyond Jesus has always been a real team player.

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Elizabeth and Mary: A Mother’s Day Sermon

Perhaps an unusual text for Mother’s Day but we will do the same thing we do every week, and that’s read God’s Word and let it speak to us. Elizabeth and Mary are two characters that play a pivotal role … Continue reading

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