Have you ever been let down before? Had someone say they’d do something and then they didn’t do it? As we start a new sermon series, a Critical Christmas, Nate Hilgenkamp teaches through Luke 1:10-20 and examines the story of Zechariah, answering the question of whether or not God can be trusted.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

-God makes promises to His people.

-God often talks about what He will do in the future, which requires a specific response from us: faith.

-What circumstance causes you to doubt and question God the most?

-God’s people often question God’s promises.

-Do you struggle to trust God with your future because you’ve forgotten what He’s done in the past because you are so consumed with your present circumstances?

-God fulfills His promises.

-This is how we often question God: “How because I am _______?”

-The answer to Moses’ and Zechariah’s question is the same answer to our questions: God is. He is who He says He is.

-God does what He promises.

-There are over 300 prophecies in the Old Testament that come true during Jesus’ time on earth. Multiple of which were completely out of His control.

-We have more in common with Zechariah than we think.

-As Christians, we are waiting for Christ to return. Are you ready for it?

-The story of Christmas tells us that God can be trusted.

MENTIONED OR RECOMMENDED RESOURCES

-Suggested Scripture study: Luke 1:10-20; Malachi 4:5-6; Philippians 4:19; John 4:14, 14:2-3; Hebrews 11:1; Genesis 17:15-17; Exodus 3:11-14; Revelation 19:6-9