Barrenness to Blessing

BARRENNESS TO BLESSING

12/01/2024; Luke 1:5-25; Richie Pendred; Christ Proclamation Church

Sermon Theme: God uses Elizabeth’s inability to have a child to demonstrate
His almighty power and renew His work of salvation for His people. In the
midst of barrenness, God brings joy to His people. So, Christians must trust
God in our suffering, knowing His ways are good and our hope is sure.

I. ZECHARIAH’S UNBELIEF – (Luke 1:5-23)
   A. Pregnancy Announced – (Luke 1:5-17)
      1. Messenger Sent – (vv.5-12)
      2. Child Promised – (vv.13-17)
   B. Pregnancy Doubted – (Luke 1:18-23)
      1. Demonstration of Unbelief – (v.18)
      2. Consequence of Unbelief – (vv.19-23)
II. ELIZABETH’S FAITH – (Luke 1:24-25)
   A. God’s Promise Realized – (Luke 1:24)
   B. Elizabeth’s Response – (Luke 1:25)
III. BELIEVER’S RESPONSE – (Application)
   A. Right Perspective of Our Suffering
   B. Gaze Upon God’s Faithfulness
   C. Take God at His Wor