December 11, 2025 • 16 mins
Mary continues to help Elizabeth and Zachariah. There, she witnesses the birth of God’s last living prophet - John.
Today's Bible verse is Luke 1:68, from the King James Version.
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, for he
has visited and redeemed his people. Luke one sixty eight,
Dear Heavenly Father, as we prepare our hearts for the
celebration of the birth of your son, we are filled
with all and gratitude. We praise you for your divine
(00:23):
intervention and love so profound that you sent us a savior,
the greatest gift humanity has ever received. Let the miracle
of Christmas, the birth of Jesus, the fulfillment of your promise,
resonate deeply within us. Help us remember and appreciate Christmas's
(00:46):
true meaning. Amidst the festive cheer, the lights, and the carols,
we praise you for your faithfulness, love that never fails,
and the promise of redemption that was beautifully fulfilled on
that first Christmas night. Help us to live each day
in the light of this truth. In Jesus' name, we pray, Amen.
(01:20):
Will God always allow wickedness to prevail.
Speaker 2 (01:24):
The captive people of Israel wondered where is the God
of Justice? They cried in despair and hurt. God's people
wondered if deliverance would ever come. The pain of sin
and oppression bit at their hearts. They needed deliverance from
the hopeless ashes of Israel. The God of all creation
made a promise through the prophet Malachi. He spoke a
(01:47):
song of hope. Behold, I will send my messenger to you,
he declared, he will prepare the way before me. He
will prepare the way of the Lord. Lord. He's coming.
The people's hearts ached for the promised deliverer. But before
he would come, a voice would cry out to heark
(02:09):
in his arrival, the voice of one crying in the wilderness.
Prepare the way of the Lord. Make straight in the
desert a highway for our God. Before the Savior's arrival,
a voice would cry out, he would have the spirit
of the Lord. Like the prophet Elijah, he would be
(02:29):
the forerunner, the one to prepare the way. Hello.
Speaker 3 (02:35):
I'm Jack Graham with today's episode of the Bible in
a Year Podcast. But before we began, I want to
let you know about a unique ebook that's yours to
download absolutely free today. Is called Breaking Free from Stress,
and my prayer is that it will help you conquer
the daily task and pressures and burdens that bring stress
(02:55):
in your life. Download your free copy of Breaking Free
from Stress Today by visiting Jack Graham dot org slash stress.
That's Jack Graham dot org slash stress Today. We're continuing
the story of Mary. Elizabeth is in the throes of labor,
and Mary is about to glimpse her own future. The
(03:17):
baby born from Elizabeth and Zachariah is no ordinary child.
He's the forerunner for the Messiah, the voice that Malachi
and Isaiah prophesied the birth of John the Baptist. Hearkens
to the beginning of God's redemptive Gospel. Just as the
ministry of John paved the way for the ministry of Jesus,
(03:37):
the birth of John paved the way for the birth
of Jesus. Without these events, Mary would not have been
ready for the struggles ahead. Her time with Elizabeth and
Zechariah gave her the strength and courage to face her
future with fearlessness. This story is inspired by the Gospel
of Luke. These events with Mary, Elizabeabeth, and Zachariah represent
(04:01):
a fulcrum between the Old and the New Testaments. The
covenant of law, prophets, and the priests is about to
transition into the new Covenant of grace, Christ and the
Holy Spirit. Elizabeth is an older woman about to give
birth to Israel's last prophet. Beside her is Mary, the
(04:23):
young Virgin, carrying the promised Messiah. This moment represents the
passing of the torch Tewo. Corinthians, Chapter five, verse seventeen
tells us that the old has passed and the New
has come. This moment encapsulates that idea Elizabeth and Zechariah
won't be mentioned again. Their stories serve as a transition
(04:46):
from the old to the new. As she beholds all
these events, Mary will find the strength to carry out
her role in God's magnificent plan. So let's immerse ourselves
now in the story, and afterward we'll unpack Christmas trewths
to encourage our.
Speaker 2 (05:03):
Souls under the mantle of the evening stars. Mary pushed
open the door to Elizabeth and Zachariah's home. The house
was a symphony of chaos in urgency, and at the
center was Elizabeth, crampled in the throes of labor.
Speaker 3 (05:19):
Mary.
Speaker 2 (05:19):
Elizabeth cried with a nervous smile.
Speaker 1 (05:22):
It's time for this old woman to see what she's
made of. Come by my side.
Speaker 2 (05:26):
Mary rushed to her side, her hands shaking as she
held onto Elizabeth's clammy fingers. The older woman's face was flushed,
her eyes brimming with a wild mixture of fear, anticipation,
and joy. Zachariah, rendered mute by the angel, paced outside
with worry edged across his weathered face. Mary glanced around
the room, her heart echoing the tumultuous atmosphere. The walls
(05:48):
seemed to pulsate with a life of their own, echoing
the rhythmic cries of the laboring woman. The room smelled
of sweat and fear. Yet beneath it there was a
faint but persistent aroma of hope.
Speaker 1 (06:00):
You're doing wonderfully, Elizabeth.
Speaker 2 (06:02):
Mary soothed, brushing the hair off Elizabeth's forehead. He's nearly here.
Elizabeth let out a primal cry, her body seized with
another contraction. There was a raw of vulnerability in her eyes.
It hurts, Elizabeth gasped, squeezing Mary's hand. I know, Mary murmured,
the heart aching with sympathy. She saw a glimpse into
her own future.
Speaker 1 (06:23):
But it'll be worth it just a little longer.
Speaker 2 (06:27):
Finally, the sun began its rise over the hills, painting
the sky with hues of orange and pink. Elizabeth gave
one last mighty push, and the room was filled with
a cry of a newborn. Mary felt a jolt of
joy surge as she saw him. As soon as Zachariah
heard his son's screams, he burst through the door to
cradle his son in his arms, a mixture of awe
(06:48):
and disbelief on his face as he beheld the miracle child,
a sense of divine realization seeped into the room. There
was a sweet stillness and purity to the moment. Mary
looked at the new born babe and remembered he was
no ordinary child. Mary approached and reached out a finger
to the child. He wrapped his tiny hand around her finger.
(07:10):
Mary's heart fluttered with hope. This child was going to
be the forerunner for hers, A voice crying out from
the wilderness to prepare the way of the Lord. Zachariah
held the boy up high, still unable to speak, and
mouth to prayer to the Lord. He kissed the son's
forehead and gave him to Elizabeth. She caressed his cheek
with the back of her hand, and saying a lullaby.
(07:31):
Mary's heart melted with affection. She watched Zachariah wrap his
arms around Elizabeth and couldn't help but think about Joseph.
She had often dreamed about them having children of their own.
She imagined him wrapping her in his arms as they
beheld their child. Would that even be possible now, she wondered,
will Joseph even accept me? Mary's heart ached out of
(07:52):
longing for a normal life. But God had other plans.
She prayed silently to the Lord again and rededicated herself
to his plans. Eight days passed and the newborn was
to be circumcised and given a name. According to tradition,
everyone gathered around for the occasion. The birth of this
child had become famous. They marveled at the baby, wondering
(08:13):
what the Lord had in store for him. He should
be named Zachariah, after his father, they all suggested, but
the Lord had other plans. Zachariah held his child tightly.
With a gentle yet resonating voice. Zachariah was finally able
to speak. His name is John. His voice rang out
(08:33):
clear and certain, slicing through the collective surprise. The air
seemed thickened with awe. Zachariah walked with his child and
held him up to the Lord. Small tears slowly streaked
down his craped cheeks. Beaming with fatherly pride and gratitude,
Zachariah spoke a prophecy, saying, Praise be to the Lord,
(08:54):
the God of Israel, for his eyes have not turned blind,
nor he his heart death to the plight of his people.
He has visited us not as a ghost in the night,
but as a redeemer cloaked in daylight. Zacharai began his voice,
echoing through the people from the lineage of his servant David.
(09:15):
He has kindled a beacon, a horne of salvation, as
his prophets those holy heralds of old once foretold. His
gaze moved across the faces gathered, their eyes, reflecting the
radiant hope kindled by his words. Salvation is upon us,
not just from our visible adversaries, but also from the
(09:37):
unseen enemies of hatred and malice that creep within the
hearts of men. His mercy on furls like the petals
of a sacred bloom, echoing the promise given to our forefathers,
reverberating the holy Covenant he etched in the sands of time.
Zacharai's voice took on a reflective timber. The oath he
(09:59):
made to our father Abraham has not been forgotten, for
his promises are not of the fleeting kind. He has
pledged to deliver us from the grasp of our foes,
to unshackle us from the chains of fear. In this
new found freedom, we are able to serve him our
(10:20):
lives as a testament of his grace, steeped in righteousness
and sanctity. A tender smile grazed his lips as he
gazed into the eyes of his son, And you, my son,
will be hailed as a prophet of the most high.
Your path is laid before the face of the Lord,
(10:42):
a trailblazer, and the divine narrative. Your voice will resonate
with the knowledge of salvation, a melody of redemption for
his people, a song of sins forgiven. His voice, filled
with fatherly pride, continued in the tender of our God.
A new day dawns. The morning light from the heavens
(11:06):
above will touch us, and a divine hand to heal
and guide us. It will shine upon those who dwell
in the shadows. A pondos ensnared by the fear of death,
a beacon to guide our steps into the path of peace.
As Zacharia's voice tapered off, a reverent silence filled the air,
(11:28):
Their hearts brimming with hope. They gazed at the baby
in Elizabeth's arms, the prophet of the Most High, the
voice that would echo in the wilderness, preparing for the
way of the Lord. They felt the stirrings of a
new dawn, a divine narrative unfolding, the whisper of prophecy
dancing in the wind, and they noon the long night
was ending, The day of redemption was at hand. As
(11:52):
days turned into weeks, Mary watched John grow his every
milestone a quiet prelude to her own impending motherhood. Yet
amidst the joy, her heart fluttered with a fresh wave
of uncertainty. How was she going to tell Joseph? The
law regarding adultery was clear about such matters, and the
consequences were harsh. How was she going to convince him
(12:14):
that she was not unfaithful? How would she convince her
own father? On the last night, Mary gazed up at
the twinkling tapestry of stars, her heart heavy with silent
prayers and unspoken fears. Tomorrow she would return to Nazareth. Tomorrow,
she would tell Joseph. Tomorrow her life would change forever.
But tonight she was just merry, cradling the promise of
(12:37):
salvation in her womb. As she closed her eyes, the
whispers of the night seemed to draw her into a
dance of destiny, promising a tale of faith, love, and
divine miracles. Yet with the promise came a shadow of uncertainty,
a mystery that would shape the destiny of humankind.
Speaker 3 (12:57):
This account of the birth and naming of John the Betaptist,
intertwined with the Christmas narrative, is a tale of prophetic
fulfillment and new life brimming with potential. Upon the birth
and naming of his son, Zechariah is filled with the
Holy Spirit and offers a prophetic song now known as
the Benedictus. His prophecy reaffirms God's promises to Israel, and specifically,
(13:22):
if prophesies the role his son John will play him
this divine plan, stating, and you child will be called
the prophet of the Most High, for you will go
before the Lord to prepare his ways. This prophecy underscores
the role of John the Baptist, paving the way for
the Messiah the essence of the Christmas story. This story
(13:45):
provides one of those moments. When comparing Elijah to John
the Baptist, the similarities between John and the prophet Elijah
are striking and significant. Both were prophetic voices in their generations,
calling people back to godd Both led lives marked by
simplicity and separation from societal norms. John, like Elijah, was
(14:08):
a fearless preacher confronting the wrongs of his time. Jesus
affirmed this parallel when he said in Matthew chapter eleven,
for all the prophets and the law prophesied until John,
and if you are willing to accept it, he is
the Elijah who was to come. As we reflect on
the Christmas story, the figure of John akin to Elijah
(14:30):
is a powerful reminder of God's faithfulness in sending messengers
to prepare his people for his coming. The birth of
John the Baptist is a story of new life and potential.
Zechariah and Elizabeth, considered too old to have children, were
blessed with the son vital to God's salvethic plan. John's
(14:52):
life filled with great potential, reminds us that it's never
too late for new beginnings with God. The Christmas embodies
this message of new life and potential. With the birth
of Jesus, new life was given to all who believed
in him. This season invites us to see our lives that,
no matter are past or present circumstances, as brimming with
(15:16):
divine potential. As we reflect on this story, let's be
reminded of God's prophetic promises fulfilled in the Christmas story
and the beautiful themes of new life and potential. May
these reflections inspire us to prepare our hearts for the
coming of Christ and to embrace the potential God is
(15:37):
placed within each of us, not just during the Christmas season,
but all through our lives. Thank you for listening to
today's Bible in a Year podcast. Before we Go, I
want to let you know about a unique ebook that's
yours to download absolutely free today. Is called Breaking Free
from Stress, and my prayer is that it will help
(15:59):
you conquer the day daily task and pressures and burdens
that bring stress into your life. Download your free copy
of Breaking Free from Stress today by visiting Jaggraham dot
org slash stress. That's Jagraham dot org slash stress
Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, for he
has visited and redeemed his people. Luke one sixty eight,
Dear Heavenly Father, as we prepare our hearts for the
celebration of the birth of your son, we are filled
with all and gratitude. We praise you for your divine
(00:23):
intervention and love so profound that you sent us a savior,
the greatest gift humanity has ever received. Let the miracle
of Christmas, the birth of Jesus, the fulfillment of your promise,
resonate deeply within us. Help us remember and appreciate Christmas's
(00:46):
true meaning. Amidst the festive cheer, the lights, and the carols,
we praise you for your faithfulness, love that never fails,
and the promise of redemption that was beautifully fulfilled on
that first Christmas night. Help us to live each day
in the light of this truth. In Jesus' name, we pray, Amen.
(01:20):
Will God always allow wickedness to prevail.
Speaker 2 (01:24):
The captive people of Israel wondered where is the God
of Justice? They cried in despair and hurt. God's people
wondered if deliverance would ever come. The pain of sin
and oppression bit at their hearts. They needed deliverance from
the hopeless ashes of Israel. The God of all creation
made a promise through the prophet Malachi. He spoke a
(01:47):
song of hope. Behold, I will send my messenger to you,
he declared, he will prepare the way before me. He
will prepare the way of the Lord. Lord. He's coming.
The people's hearts ached for the promised deliverer. But before
he would come, a voice would cry out to heark
(02:09):
in his arrival, the voice of one crying in the wilderness.
Prepare the way of the Lord. Make straight in the
desert a highway for our God. Before the Savior's arrival,
a voice would cry out, he would have the spirit
of the Lord. Like the prophet Elijah, he would be
(02:29):
the forerunner, the one to prepare the way. Hello.
Speaker 3 (02:35):
I'm Jack Graham with today's episode of the Bible in
a Year Podcast. But before we began, I want to
let you know about a unique ebook that's yours to
download absolutely free today. Is called Breaking Free from Stress,
and my prayer is that it will help you conquer
the daily task and pressures and burdens that bring stress
(02:55):
in your life. Download your free copy of Breaking Free
from Stress Today by visiting Jack Graham dot org slash stress.
That's Jack Graham dot org slash stress Today. We're continuing
the story of Mary. Elizabeth is in the throes of labor,
and Mary is about to glimpse her own future. The
(03:17):
baby born from Elizabeth and Zachariah is no ordinary child.
He's the forerunner for the Messiah, the voice that Malachi
and Isaiah prophesied the birth of John the Baptist. Hearkens
to the beginning of God's redemptive Gospel. Just as the
ministry of John paved the way for the ministry of Jesus,
(03:37):
the birth of John paved the way for the birth
of Jesus. Without these events, Mary would not have been
ready for the struggles ahead. Her time with Elizabeth and
Zechariah gave her the strength and courage to face her
future with fearlessness. This story is inspired by the Gospel
of Luke. These events with Mary, Elizabeabeth, and Zachariah represent
(04:01):
a fulcrum between the Old and the New Testaments. The
covenant of law, prophets, and the priests is about to
transition into the new Covenant of grace, Christ and the
Holy Spirit. Elizabeth is an older woman about to give
birth to Israel's last prophet. Beside her is Mary, the
(04:23):
young Virgin, carrying the promised Messiah. This moment represents the
passing of the torch Tewo. Corinthians, Chapter five, verse seventeen
tells us that the old has passed and the New
has come. This moment encapsulates that idea Elizabeth and Zechariah
won't be mentioned again. Their stories serve as a transition
(04:46):
from the old to the new. As she beholds all
these events, Mary will find the strength to carry out
her role in God's magnificent plan. So let's immerse ourselves
now in the story, and afterward we'll unpack Christmas trewths
to encourage our.
Speaker 2 (05:03):
Souls under the mantle of the evening stars. Mary pushed
open the door to Elizabeth and Zachariah's home. The house
was a symphony of chaos in urgency, and at the
center was Elizabeth, crampled in the throes of labor.
Speaker 3 (05:19):
Mary.
Speaker 2 (05:19):
Elizabeth cried with a nervous smile.
Speaker 1 (05:22):
It's time for this old woman to see what she's
made of. Come by my side.
Speaker 2 (05:26):
Mary rushed to her side, her hands shaking as she
held onto Elizabeth's clammy fingers. The older woman's face was flushed,
her eyes brimming with a wild mixture of fear, anticipation,
and joy. Zachariah, rendered mute by the angel, paced outside
with worry edged across his weathered face. Mary glanced around
the room, her heart echoing the tumultuous atmosphere. The walls
(05:48):
seemed to pulsate with a life of their own, echoing
the rhythmic cries of the laboring woman. The room smelled
of sweat and fear. Yet beneath it there was a
faint but persistent aroma of hope.
Speaker 1 (06:00):
You're doing wonderfully, Elizabeth.
Speaker 2 (06:02):
Mary soothed, brushing the hair off Elizabeth's forehead. He's nearly here.
Elizabeth let out a primal cry, her body seized with
another contraction. There was a raw of vulnerability in her eyes.
It hurts, Elizabeth gasped, squeezing Mary's hand. I know, Mary murmured,
the heart aching with sympathy. She saw a glimpse into
her own future.
Speaker 1 (06:23):
But it'll be worth it just a little longer.
Speaker 2 (06:27):
Finally, the sun began its rise over the hills, painting
the sky with hues of orange and pink. Elizabeth gave
one last mighty push, and the room was filled with
a cry of a newborn. Mary felt a jolt of
joy surge as she saw him. As soon as Zachariah
heard his son's screams, he burst through the door to
cradle his son in his arms, a mixture of awe
(06:48):
and disbelief on his face as he beheld the miracle child,
a sense of divine realization seeped into the room. There
was a sweet stillness and purity to the moment. Mary
looked at the new born babe and remembered he was
no ordinary child. Mary approached and reached out a finger
to the child. He wrapped his tiny hand around her finger.
(07:10):
Mary's heart fluttered with hope. This child was going to
be the forerunner for hers, A voice crying out from
the wilderness to prepare the way of the Lord. Zachariah
held the boy up high, still unable to speak, and
mouth to prayer to the Lord. He kissed the son's
forehead and gave him to Elizabeth. She caressed his cheek
with the back of her hand, and saying a lullaby.
(07:31):
Mary's heart melted with affection. She watched Zachariah wrap his
arms around Elizabeth and couldn't help but think about Joseph.
She had often dreamed about them having children of their own.
She imagined him wrapping her in his arms as they
beheld their child. Would that even be possible now, she wondered,
will Joseph even accept me? Mary's heart ached out of
(07:52):
longing for a normal life. But God had other plans.
She prayed silently to the Lord again and rededicated herself
to his plans. Eight days passed and the newborn was
to be circumcised and given a name. According to tradition,
everyone gathered around for the occasion. The birth of this
child had become famous. They marveled at the baby, wondering
(08:13):
what the Lord had in store for him. He should
be named Zachariah, after his father, they all suggested, but
the Lord had other plans. Zachariah held his child tightly.
With a gentle yet resonating voice. Zachariah was finally able
to speak. His name is John. His voice rang out
(08:33):
clear and certain, slicing through the collective surprise. The air
seemed thickened with awe. Zachariah walked with his child and
held him up to the Lord. Small tears slowly streaked
down his craped cheeks. Beaming with fatherly pride and gratitude,
Zachariah spoke a prophecy, saying, Praise be to the Lord,
(08:54):
the God of Israel, for his eyes have not turned blind,
nor he his heart death to the plight of his people.
He has visited us not as a ghost in the night,
but as a redeemer cloaked in daylight. Zacharai began his voice,
echoing through the people from the lineage of his servant David.
(09:15):
He has kindled a beacon, a horne of salvation, as
his prophets those holy heralds of old once foretold. His
gaze moved across the faces gathered, their eyes, reflecting the
radiant hope kindled by his words. Salvation is upon us,
not just from our visible adversaries, but also from the
(09:37):
unseen enemies of hatred and malice that creep within the
hearts of men. His mercy on furls like the petals
of a sacred bloom, echoing the promise given to our forefathers,
reverberating the holy Covenant he etched in the sands of time.
Zacharai's voice took on a reflective timber. The oath he
(09:59):
made to our father Abraham has not been forgotten, for
his promises are not of the fleeting kind. He has
pledged to deliver us from the grasp of our foes,
to unshackle us from the chains of fear. In this
new found freedom, we are able to serve him our
(10:20):
lives as a testament of his grace, steeped in righteousness
and sanctity. A tender smile grazed his lips as he
gazed into the eyes of his son, And you, my son,
will be hailed as a prophet of the most high.
Your path is laid before the face of the Lord,
(10:42):
a trailblazer, and the divine narrative. Your voice will resonate
with the knowledge of salvation, a melody of redemption for
his people, a song of sins forgiven. His voice, filled
with fatherly pride, continued in the tender of our God.
A new day dawns. The morning light from the heavens
(11:06):
above will touch us, and a divine hand to heal
and guide us. It will shine upon those who dwell
in the shadows. A pondos ensnared by the fear of death,
a beacon to guide our steps into the path of peace.
As Zacharia's voice tapered off, a reverent silence filled the air,
(11:28):
Their hearts brimming with hope. They gazed at the baby
in Elizabeth's arms, the prophet of the Most High, the
voice that would echo in the wilderness, preparing for the
way of the Lord. They felt the stirrings of a
new dawn, a divine narrative unfolding, the whisper of prophecy
dancing in the wind, and they noon the long night
was ending, The day of redemption was at hand. As
(11:52):
days turned into weeks, Mary watched John grow his every
milestone a quiet prelude to her own impending motherhood. Yet
amidst the joy, her heart fluttered with a fresh wave
of uncertainty. How was she going to tell Joseph? The
law regarding adultery was clear about such matters, and the
consequences were harsh. How was she going to convince him
(12:14):
that she was not unfaithful? How would she convince her
own father? On the last night, Mary gazed up at
the twinkling tapestry of stars, her heart heavy with silent
prayers and unspoken fears. Tomorrow she would return to Nazareth. Tomorrow,
she would tell Joseph. Tomorrow her life would change forever.
But tonight she was just merry, cradling the promise of
(12:37):
salvation in her womb. As she closed her eyes, the
whispers of the night seemed to draw her into a
dance of destiny, promising a tale of faith, love, and
divine miracles. Yet with the promise came a shadow of uncertainty,
a mystery that would shape the destiny of humankind.
Speaker 3 (12:57):
This account of the birth and naming of John the Betaptist,
intertwined with the Christmas narrative, is a tale of prophetic
fulfillment and new life brimming with potential. Upon the birth
and naming of his son, Zechariah is filled with the
Holy Spirit and offers a prophetic song now known as
the Benedictus. His prophecy reaffirms God's promises to Israel, and specifically,
(13:22):
if prophesies the role his son John will play him
this divine plan, stating, and you child will be called
the prophet of the Most High, for you will go
before the Lord to prepare his ways. This prophecy underscores
the role of John the Baptist, paving the way for
the Messiah the essence of the Christmas story. This story
(13:45):
provides one of those moments. When comparing Elijah to John
the Baptist, the similarities between John and the prophet Elijah
are striking and significant. Both were prophetic voices in their generations,
calling people back to godd Both led lives marked by
simplicity and separation from societal norms. John, like Elijah, was
(14:08):
a fearless preacher confronting the wrongs of his time. Jesus
affirmed this parallel when he said in Matthew chapter eleven,
for all the prophets and the law prophesied until John,
and if you are willing to accept it, he is
the Elijah who was to come. As we reflect on
the Christmas story, the figure of John akin to Elijah
(14:30):
is a powerful reminder of God's faithfulness in sending messengers
to prepare his people for his coming. The birth of
John the Baptist is a story of new life and potential.
Zechariah and Elizabeth, considered too old to have children, were
blessed with the son vital to God's salvethic plan. John's
(14:52):
life filled with great potential, reminds us that it's never
too late for new beginnings with God. The Christmas embodies
this message of new life and potential. With the birth
of Jesus, new life was given to all who believed
in him. This season invites us to see our lives that,
no matter are past or present circumstances, as brimming with
(15:16):
divine potential. As we reflect on this story, let's be
reminded of God's prophetic promises fulfilled in the Christmas story
and the beautiful themes of new life and potential. May
these reflections inspire us to prepare our hearts for the
coming of Christ and to embrace the potential God is
(15:37):
placed within each of us, not just during the Christmas season,
but all through our lives. Thank you for listening to
today's Bible in a Year podcast. Before we Go, I
want to let you know about a unique ebook that's
yours to download absolutely free today. Is called Breaking Free
from Stress, and my prayer is that it will help
(15:59):
you conquer the day daily task and pressures and burdens
that bring stress into your life. Download your free copy
of Breaking Free from Stress today by visiting Jaggraham dot
org slash stress. That's Jagraham dot org slash stress
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