Sermons on Luke 1:20:

Answered Prayer Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 14, 2011

A study of the Gospel of Luke chapter 1 verses 1 through 25

Luke 1: 1 – 80 Answered Prayer 1 Inasmuch as many have taken in hand to set in order a narrative of those things which have been fulfilled among us, 2 just as those who from the beginning were eyewitnesses and ministers of the word delivered them to us, 3 it seemed good to me also, having ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Appointment With Dr. Luke Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 4, 2020

Today we begin journey through Dr. Luke’s Gospel. Here are some things about Luke’s Gospel.

An Appointment With Dr. Luke Luke 1:1-25 Introduction Today we begin journey through Dr. Luke’s Gospel. Here are some things about Luke’s Gospel. Luke’s Gospel is the Gospel for Everyone. He was a Gentile - the only NT writer not a Jew. Written mainly for Gentiles - people like us Luke is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Christmas Story - Part 1 - Days 1-6 Series

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Dec 5, 2020

This series gives a thought for each day taking us through the events of the birth and early life of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Part 1 includes Days 1-6.

DAY ONE Before the angel Gabriel talked to Mary, Gabriel visited Zacharias the priest. Gabriel told Zacharias that his elderly, barren wife Elisabeth would have a son. Gabriel said, “And you will name him John.” (vs 13) We know him as John the Baptist. Gabriel told Zacharias several things ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25, Luke 1:26-38, Luke 1:39, Luke 1:40-45, Luke 1:67-80  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Learning To Listen

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Dec 21, 2020

Modern society is very functionally oriented, and that tendency has carried over into the way we pray. The Kingdom of God, however, is far more relational, and we would do well to learn that way of being in God’s presence.

Listening Prayer Luke 1:5-23, 76-79 [Read Luke 1:5-23] It was the middle of the morning at the Temple in Jerusalem. A group of about fifty priests were gathered to cast lots to determine who would have the honor of entering into the Most Holy Place to offer incense at the altar. The burning of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-23

Burden Lifting Day Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Dec 8, 2019

Zacharias and Elizabeth carried a heavy burden. Their whole life they were childless. In their waning years though, God lifted their burden and gave them a child. this sermon looks at burdens childless couples carry, burdens in general, and how to deal with burdens in our lives.

Burden Lifting Day Series: Christmas Through Their Eyes Chuck Sligh December 8, 2019 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Turn ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25, Luke 1:58-66

Denomination: Baptist

Be Ready - For God's Surprises! Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Dec 12, 2019

This sermon series is based on the stories we find in Luke/Matthew. While they can be used during Advent/Christmas they can also be used in a Bible Study as we look at God Encounters and what they can do in our lives

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25 Theme: Be Ready Title: Be Ready … For God’s Surprises! INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! Welcome to the 1st Sunday of the Advent Season! This month I felt impressed by the Holy Spirit for us to look at a series of God Encounters ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25, Numbers 8:24-26, Isaiah 43:18-19, Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Nazarene

Be Ready .... To Re-Enlist Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Dec 12, 2019

This sermon deals with Elizabeth - A Woman of Grace - who shows us How we must Be Ready - 1. To Re-Enlist in God's Kingdom 2. To Rejoice and Bless Others 3. To Be Moved by God's Holy Spirit

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25; 39-45 Theme: Be Ready …. To Re-Enlist Title: Elizabeth – A Woman of Grace INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! This month we have been looking at God Encounters with the theme of “BE READY …”. -Be ready for God to do something amazing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-45, Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Nazarene

Not What They Expected Series

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Dec 30, 2019

How much do you remember about John the Baptist? Camel hair clothing, locust diet, or loaner lifestyle? While those are memorable, John is arguably one of the most significant people in Jesus’ life and ministry. See how the unexpected surrounded John's birth.

While at the children’s hospital this summer in California, my wife Nikky and I were sitting in the atrium to the main entrance one day when I noticed a man in a black suit and an ear piece walking around. He was looking all over the place and talking to people. As I watched him I leaned over to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25, Luke 1:39-45, Luke 1:57-66, Luke 1:67-80

Denomination: Lutheran

Setting A Good Example (Part Four) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Oct 15, 2018

In week one we saw how Jesus set a good example. In week two we saw how Paul set a good example. Last week we saw that we can learn from bad examples, too. Today, we'll finish the series by looking at some more good examples so we can set a good example.

SETTING A GOOD EXAMPLE (part four) In week one we saw how Jesus set a good example. In week two we saw how Paul set a good example. Last week we saw that we can learn from bad examples, too. Today, we'll finish the series by looking at some more good examples so we can set a good example. 1) Mary ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Luke 1:18-20, 1 Thessalonians 1:2-10, James 2:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

About One Year Before Jesus Was Born - Christmas 2012

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 9, 2019

Ten Things The Angel Told About Jesus The Son

A. WHAT ZECHARIAH KNEW: LUKE 1:5-10 “Zechariah an elderly priest was finally chosen by lots to offer prayer in the Holy Room in the Tabernacle. It was right before he retired. He and his wife Elizabeth had no children, even though they were devoted to God and lived blamelessly. There was a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

Daily News: A Special Baby #1 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 22, 2019

A special couple have a special baby should have been the headline. We know Christmas is really about Jesus but many of miss the headline even today.

The Gospel According to Luke reports a local Jerusalem couple, Zacharias and Elizabeth, are expecting a baby boy. Witnesses testify this good news may be connected to a Temple incident including Zacharias. Temple police continue to identify witnesses as an angelic proclamation is currently being ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25, Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Silence Is Broken Christmas 2018

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Jan 22, 2019

The silence of God being broken

Christmas 2018 Part 1 “The silence is broken” How many of you have ever been in a place where there is complete silence? Sometimes that sounds like a fulfilled dream Until it actually happens Silence so thick that you can hear your own heart beat Nothing else The type of silence that I speak ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Mother's Day 2015 (Elizabeth)

Contributed by Scott Bayles on May 8, 2019

In Luke 1, we discover a relateable story of motherhood. Elizabeth experience as a mom was struggle-filled, satisfaction-filled, and spirit-filled! Happy Mother's Day!

Mother’s Day 2015: Elizabeth Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 4/10/2015 Happy Mother’s Day! Have you found that perfect Mother’s Day gift yet? Each year Americans spend roughly $670 million on Mother’s Day cards and another $1.9 billion on flowers. When your kids are younger, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-41

Denomination: Christian Church

"behold, Your Mother" Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on May 8, 2019

We have all heard it said: “Ignorance is bliss.” If that were true, I should be experiencing a lot more bliss in my life than I am, Amen? When it comes to Mary, the mother of Jesus, however, I wouldn’t say that ignorance is bliss but I would say that innocence is

We have all heard it said: “Ignorance is bliss.” If that were true, I should be experiencing a lot more bliss in my life than I am, Amen? When it comes to Mary, the mother of Jesus, however, I wouldn’t say that ignorance is bliss but I would say that innocence is. Over the many, many centuries ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-27, Luke 1:31-32, Luke 1:35-39, Luke 1:8-20, Isaiah 53:10, Isaiah 53:7, Psalm 22:18, Psalm 22:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

Father's Day 2015 (Zechariah) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on May 25, 2019

Zechariah, the father of John the Baptist, sets a wonderful example for dads as a pious father, a prayerful father, and praise-filled father! Happy Father's Day!

Father’s Day 2015: Zechariah Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 6/21/2015 During the Superman Celebration last weekend, as we walked down Main Street in Metropolis, we could see all sort of costumed superheroes. In the midst of them, however, a little boy joyfully sat upon his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:6-63

Denomination: Christian Church