Luke introduces us to the ministry of John the Baptist. John proclaims a baptism of repentance in preparation for the coming of the Messiah.

Luke introduces us to the ministry of John the Baptist. John proclaims a baptism of repentance in preparation for the coming of the Messiah.

After searching for Jesus for three days, his parents find the twelve year old boy in the temple. In response to Mary's questioning of him, Jesus speaks for the first time in the gospel narrative and reveals his self-understanding.

After searching for Jesus for three days, his parents find the twelve year old boy in the temple. In response to Mary's questioning of him, Jesus speaks for the first time in the gospel narrative and reveals his self-understanding.

Simeon and Anna have been waiting all of their lives for God to fulfill his promise to comfort Israel. Upon seeing the baby Jesus, these two credible witnesses testify of the salvation that is in him. In addition, Simeon testifies of the division that he will bring.

Angels reveal the meaning of the humble birth of Jesus to lowly shepherds. The shepherds, Mary, and others exemplify how we should respond to this revelation.

Zechariah learns that God's word always comes to pass as his son John is born. He praises God for visiting and redeeming His people through the Messiah

After hearing Gabriel's announcement of Jesus' birth, Mary visits her relative Elizabeth who is six months pregnant with John the Baptist. Elizabeth's response to their meeting and Mary's song instruct the reader of the significance of the event. Furthermore, these women are examples of those who are blessed by the coming of the Messiah.

The angel Gabriel announces the birth of the uniquely great Son of God to the virgin Mary in fulfillment of his promise.

Gabriel breaks the silence and announces the birth of John the Baptist, the Messiah's forerunner, to the priest Zechariah.