Luke 1:5-7

When Herod was king of Judea, there was a Jewish priest named Zechariah. He was a member of the priestly order of Abijah, and his wife, Elizabeth, was also from the priestly line of Aaron. 6 Zechariah and Elizabeth were righteous in God’s eyes, careful to obey all of the Lord’s commandments and regulations. 7 They had no children because Elizabeth was unable to conceive, and they were both very old.

Key #1 - Waiting on a Miracle

James 1:12

God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him

Key #2 - Responding to a Miracle

Luke 1:18

Zechariah said to the angel, “How can I be sure this will happen? I’m an old man now, and my wife is also well along in years.”

Luke 1:19-20

Then the angel said, “I am Gabriel! I stand in the very presence of God. It was he who sent me to bring you this good news! 

20 But now, since you didn’t believe what I said, you will be silent and unable to speak until the child is born. For my words will certainly be fulfilled at the proper time.”

Luke 1:25

“How kind the Lord is!” she exclaimed. “He has taken away my disgrace of having no children.”

Luke 1:76

“And you, my little son,

    will be called the prophet of the Most High,

    because you will prepare the way for the Lord.