The God Who Rescues  

From an Africa Study Bible application note:

God calls, liberates, and saves. At the ceremony for the birth of John, the Holy Spirit filled Zechariah’s mouth with a prophecy about what God was doing for his people. God’s people would be liberated and rescued from their enemies (Luke 1:71, 74). 

That was to be John’s message (Luke 1:76-77), that a Saviour was coming from King David’s family (Luke 1:69). This Saviour would bring freedom not only from enemies but also from sin. Jesus came to give us salvation through the forgiveness of our sins (Luke 1:77).

There are many who need this Good News today. Like John the Baptist, Christians should tell other people that God wants to rescue them. When we do this, the prophecies of Zechariah will be fulfilled. 

Today: 

When was the last time you told someone about the freedom and salvation we have in Christ? Who do you know who needs to hear this Good News? Pray for God’s guidance and look for an opportunity this week to speak to someone about what God has done for us.