The period between the end of the Old Testament prophets and the coming of Jesus is often referred to as the silent period. In Luke 1, after Mary revealed to her relatives how God had chosen her to bear a son, Zechariah’s prayer of praise is recorded to remind us about the significance of what was about to transpire.
Zechariah ends his prayer in Luke 1:79 with thanksgiving that the Messiah was coming “to guide our feet into the way of peace.” While he didn’t fully understand all that would transpire, he was confident that Jesus would help his people find peace again.
If Zechariah was here to talk with us today, he would remind us that the same peace is available now. In fact, Zechariah gave a number of reasons why we can experience peace with God and through God.
Peace Because God Doesn’t Forget His People
“Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, for he has visited and redeemed his people.” – Luke 1:68
One of the hardest parts of Covid has been the frustrating reality of not being able to visit those we love. Many families celebrated recent holidays and milestones without gathering, and it’s hard
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