ISSL Reflections December 24 2023 Luke 1:36–45, 56 Post 1

I.This week we spend time with Elizabeth and Mary. In this passage of Scripture, both Elizabeth and Mary have already heard they will give birth to children who will serve very unique roles in the coming Kingdom of God. We … Continue reading

ISSL Reflections December 11 2022 Luke 1:57–66, 76–79 Post 3

VII.Our time with Elizabeth and Zechariah comes during our season of Advent. Which seems appropriate since one of the themes associated with Advent is the dawning of … of what, a new age, the Kingdom, the birth of Jesus and … Continue reading

ISSL Reflections December 11 2022 Luke 1:57–66, 76–79 Post 1

I.Last week we spent time with the silent Zechariah. This week we turn to Elizabeth, listen to her and her neighbors and relatives and hear from an unsilenced Zechariah. As we spent time with this passage, let’s make sure we … Continue reading

ISSL Reflections December 4 2022 Luke 1:8–20 Post 1

I.Please take some time with this account. Notice all the characters mentioned. Notice what each has to say or not say. Do such interruptions while one is performing a sacred task surprise you? II.Luke 1:8-20 New Revised Standard Version Updated … Continue reading

December 22, 2019, Luke 1:38-56 – ISSL Reflection

I. This coming Sunday is the Fourth Sunday of Advent and the last Sunday before Christmas Day and we will depart from our consideration of the building of the Temple this week. Of course, maybe this is not too much … Continue reading