Zechariah the priest is given a divine message about his prayers for a child. Although Zechariah is described as faithful and righteous, he still battles with unbelief and is rebuked by the angel Gabriel. He is struck dumb until the prophecy is fulfilled.

David writes of his feelings of suffering and abandonment by God, but he speaks prophetically of the crucifixion of the Son of God and the atonement for Sin, giving us a glimpse into the mind of Christ as he suffers for sin.

Luke lays out the introduction and purpose to his gospel - so that Theophilus (and we) would have certainty about the things in which he was instructed

Paul compares the glory of the gospel with the glory Moses saw on Mount Sinai.

David charges us to "forget not His benefits." This is essential for believers maintaining their zeal and fire for the Lord Jesus Christ. Forgetfulness of God's work in us is a rust that eats away at our spiritual lives.

Paul thanks the Philippians for aiding in the gospel mission by their gifts and shows us what a heart of faith looks like. They valued the advance of the gospel over temporary things.

Paul thanks the Philippians for their gift to him, but also teaches them that he is content in Christ regardless of the circumstances he endures. He truly can do all things in Christ.

Paul continues the practical section showing the church how to stand firm in the Lord.

Paul begins winding up his letter to the Philippians by pointing to a particular situation in the church. Paul admonishes two women to put aside their differences for the gospel's sake, and exhorts the church to help them for the sake of Christ. Their fight is not with an outward enemy, but with pride and self.

Paul examines two types of people, one is chasing after Christ, pressing for the mark of the high calling. The other group is chasing after their goodness in their own works of the flesh and the world.