In this video I discuss the cultural background of the Roman Empire and the census ordered by Augustus Caesar.

Zacharias prophesies and God's voice is heard for the first time in 400 years.

Zacharias is obedient to Gabriel's instruction and names the baby John despite protests from people around him. God responds to his obedience by lifting his punishment.

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Mary visits Elizabeth and she says some beautiful verses that are Christological in nature. These verses contain a dozen references to the Old Testament.

When Gabriel tells Zacharias about his wife's pregnancy, he is filled with doubt.

Gabriel tells Zacharias that his wife Elizabeth will conceive and give birth to John the Baptist

This is the introduction to who Luke is and some general background information on the gospel of Luke.

This is a brief introduction into who I am and why I do what I do.