How does God bring about something new? Often, He begins in the most familiar places. In Luke 1:5–25, the story of Jesus starts not with Mary or Bethlehem—but in the temple, with an elderly priest, unanswered prayers, and a surprising angelic announcement. Luke intentionally roots the coming of Jesus in the language, patterns, and hopes of the Old Testament, even as he points us toward something radically new. In this message, we explore Zechariah and Elizabeth’s story and what it teaches us about waiting, paying attention, and trusting that God is at work—especially when life feels routine, quiet, or unchanged. Join us as we continue our journey through the Gospel of Luke and learn how God often uses what is old and familiar to prepare us for what is new.
