When Zechariah could speak again, it was through the Holy Spirit. He saw what God had already done. He has come to redeem his people. He has raised up a horn of salvation for them as he promised. He was faithful to his word through the prophets to raise up David's descendant as king, and he was faithful to the covenant he made with the patriarchs. When Zechariah saw the birth of his son, John, the Holy Spirit gave him prophetic insight to see and speak of the fulfillment of God's history, who has redeemed us from a hopeless world to the hope of eternal salvation.

In this context, Zechariah could speak of his son. He would serve the purpose of the Most High. He would prepare the people to hear and believe and accept the salvation provided to them, to know God's tender mercy and the light of life. God was pouring out his mercy. From childhood, John would grow as a servant to guide God's people in the path of peace-to proclaim his salvation.


Application: Lord, thank you for your faithfulness. Bless me with your Spirit, that I may proclaim your salvation work with assurance.
One Word: He has redeemed his people