Advent 2023, Part 1: Two Announcements, Two Very Different Responses. Luke 1:5-38

SERMON OUTLINE:1: Gabriel announces John’s birth, Zechariah responds (Luke 1:5-25).2: Gabriel announces Jesus’ birth, Mary responds (Luke 1:26-38).DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:Do you ever feel that God owes you? When are you most tempted to doubt His Word? How does Zechariah’s example warn or encourage you?What about Mary’s response is most interesting to you? How are you impacted by her example?How can we cultivate humility in our hearts (similar to Mary)? How can we avoid having a callous heart (as opposed to Zechariah)?