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SONGS OF FAITHFULNESSSONGS OF FAITHFULNESSLuke 1:46-55 and 68-79
Luke 1:46-55 and 68-79 (TNIV)46 And Mary said: "My soul glorifies the Lord 47 and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,
48 for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed,
49 for the Mighty One has done great things for me— holy is his name.
50 His mercy extends to those who fear him, from generation to generation.
Luke 1:46-55 and 68-79 (TNIV)51 He has performed mighty deeds with his arm; he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. 52 He has brought down rulers from their thrones but has lifted up the humble. 53 He has filled the hungry with good things but has sent the rich away empty. 54 He has helped his servant Israel, remembering to be merciful 55 to Abraham and his descendants forever, just as he promised our ancestors."
Luke 1:46-55 and 68-79 (TNIV)68 “Praise the Lord, the God of Israel, because he has visited and redeemed his people. 69 He has sent us a mighty Savior[a] from the royal line of his servant David, 70 just as he promised through his holy prophets long ago. 71 Now we will be saved from our enemies and from all who hate us. 72 He has been merciful to our ancestors by remembering his sacred covenant—
Luke 1:46-55 and 68-79 (TNIV)73 the covenant he swore with an oath to our ancestor Abraham.74 We have been rescued from our enemies so we can serve God without fear,75 in holiness and righteousness for as long as we live.
76 “And you, my little son, will be called the prophet of the Most High, because you will prepare the way for the Lord.
Luke 1:46-55 and 68-79 (TNIV)
77 You will tell his people how to find salvation through forgiveness of their sins.78 Because of God’s tender mercy, the morning light from heaven is about to break upon us,79 to give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, and to guide us to the path of peace.”
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God’s character assures us of a stunning future.
God’s plans favor the humble, meek and faithful.
I can step into God’s great drama as a recipient and bearer of His glorious love.
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SO MANY GREAT HYMNS ARE CREEDAL(They affirm the what we believe: God’s Nature, Actions,
Intentions and the Inclusion of Each of Us)
One Day
Lord I Lift Your Name On High
A Mighty Fortress Is Our God
MARY’S AND ZECHARIAH’S SONGS ARE CLASSICS Which Have Withstood The Test Of Time
The Address Our Deepest Questions About God:
What is God really like: His Character, Personality and Nature?
What is God ‘up to’: His dreams, plans plus his short and long range vision?
Where do I fit in…where do I fit into God’s work on Planet Earth? (Promises, expectations and partnership)
Mary Celebrates God’s Commitment To Humble, Faithful And Merciful In Her Song, ‘Magnificant’
“He is mindful of my humble circumstances and my willingness to be his servant.”
I.D.E. Thomas wrote of the Hidden Hand Of God
James wrote of God giving grace to the humble, but resisting the proud.
Have you experienced God’s hand on your chest or on your back?
She Interprets God’s Work In Her Life As His Faithfulness To The Covenant He Made With Abraham
She celebrates that such blessings as she has received are available to others too
Have you noticed God touching and blessing you in seasons of humility?
I believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God.
I trust Him as my Lord and Savior.C
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Zechariah’s Song, A Benedition, Focuses On God’s Rescue Efforts Throughout The Ages And His Newest
Action To Reach Out To Humanity
Zechariah Celebrates God’s Breaking Into History Once Again Raising up a horn of salvation
Saving us from our enemies
Enabling us to serve him without fear
AND FINALLY! A NEW PROPHET (My Child)!
A prophet of God
You (John the Baptist) will prepare the way for the Lord
You will declare the news of forgiveness of sins
The Rising Sun Will Come To Us From Heaven And Shine On Those Living In Darkness --Luke 1:6,7
God’s nature: he loves all of us and is merciful, blessing the humble
God’s plan: to rescue us, grant us peace and include us in his family
Where do we fit in? God is anxious to touch our lives and make us vessels of his love and ministry
HOW WOULD YOU WRITE A CREEDAL WORSHIP SONG?
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God’s character assures us of a stunning future.
God’s plans favor the humble, meek and faithful.
I can step into God’s great drama as a recipient and bearer of His glorious love.
Go, and Bless OthersGo, and Bless OthersWith Good Words!With Good Words!