Breaking the Silence

Luke 1:5-25

- God always has a purpose in the silence.

i. Startling Appearance (vs. 5-12)

ii. Surprising Announcement (vs. 13-25)

Two things the angel says (v. 13)

1. Do not be afraid.

2. Your petition has been heard.

Gabriel said John would:

1. Lead a very disciplined life.

2. Be empowered by the Spirit.

3. Be a prophet.

Takeaways:

- Silence from God does not mean the inactivity of God in your life.

- God’s timeline for everything in your life is right and purposeful.

- Nothing is impossible with God.

- Believe and do what God says.