Zechariah’s Hymn, Ep. 5

Has the term “saved” lost its wonder? Consider this: the God of the universe became a man to rescue you. This Christmas, we’re remembering afresh what it means to be saved.

A baby is a picture of dependence and helplessness. The baby born on the first Christmas, though, was a mighty warrior, invading a dark world. Meditate on the power of Jesus.

Redemption, salvation, deliverance: these three words are mega-themes throughout Scripture, and they summarize the true message of Christmas. That’s why Zechariah sings about them! Learn more as Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth continues in Luke 1.

Zechariah sang in response to what we call “divine visitation.” Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth says, When God visits His people, He always visits them to deliver them out of something and to deliver them into something else.

Amid the holiday hustle and bustle, do you long for a little silence? Zechariah, an overlooked Christmas character, learned a lot about being quiet. But after nine months, he broke the silence with a song.

Christians are not home yet . . . and Jesus is coming again. That perspective can help you “do” Christmas in a way that builds anticipation and points you and your loved ones to Christ. Caroline Cobb and Erin Davis explain.

“God rest ye merry, gentlemen.” You’ve probably sung this line many times around Christmas. But do you understand it? Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth is here to explain. She’ll show you how this beautiful hymn can help you move from dismay to joy.

One of the most popular carols declares, “O come all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant.” But sometimes the holidays come bearing grief instead. When this season feels heavy, Nancy wants to remind you—there’s a joy not based on circumstances.

“Hark the Herald Angels Sing” has a long history. The lyrics were tweaked by a famous preacher. Then the original music was replaced. Nancy will tell you the fascinating history of this carol. But more importantly, she’ll show you the gospel in it.

Though the holidays are often chaotic and filled with distractions, Noel Piper encourages you to use them purposefully. How? Through traditions that help us focus on Jesus and point others to Him as well.