Luke 1:5-25
“The Forerunner Foretold”
Introduction:
Striking ties to the Old Covenant:
1. “Spirit and Power of Elijah” (17)
2. Both John’s father and mother (5) ... from priestly line ...
3. His birth announced in the Temple ...
4. Last O.T. promise – Mal. 4:5-6 (see v.17) is about him ...
I. Principles from the Forerunner’s Parents
A. A Lesson in Devotion (6)
B. A Lesson in Disappointment (7, 25)
C. A Lesson in Doubt (18-23)
II. The Proclamation of the Forerunner’s Profile and Purpose
A. The Place where the Promise is Given (8-12)
B. The Profile of the Forerunner (15)
1. Great as a Bold Herald of God
2. Great in Undistracted Devotion to God
3. Great in Humility before God
C. The Purpose of the Forerunner (16-17) (76-79)
Spiritual Reformation and Revival through Repentance