Tag: Gabriel
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Hard blessings
My Jesus Journey – Luke 1:26-38, an angel promises the birth of Jesus to Mary When the angel Gabriel came to Mary, about half a year after appearing to Zechariah, he promises Mary God’s presence and His blessing. In fact, Gabriel reassures this young woman that God has decided to bless her. Christians pray for…
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The story before the story
My Jesus Journey – Luke 1:5-25, an angel promises the birth of John to Zechariah Every story has a preface. It’s what needs to be said before diving in. It often sets the stage, the tone, for the masterpiece ready to unfold. Sometimes it is direct author commentary, and many times it explains the story…
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