In this opening study of Luke chapter 1, we begin a journey through one of the most detailed and carefully written accounts of the life of Jesus Christ. Luke wrote his Gospel so that readers could know with certainty that the events surrounding Christ’s birth, ministry, death, and resurrection are rooted in historical truth and God’s eternal plan of redemption.

Before introducing Jesus, Luke records how God prepared people and circumstances for the coming of the Savior. Through the lives of Zacharias, Elizabeth, John the Baptist, Mary, and others, we see a God who works purposefully to accomplish His will and prepare hearts for His message.

This message explores several foundational truths:

• Luke wrote an orderly and trustworthy account so believers could have confidence in the truth of Jesus Christ. • The  ...