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Luke 1:5-17

Zacharias went that morning to the temple

To serve his Lord, which was simple.

He was to light the fire beneath the incense

So the sweet smell would rise to thee in silence

To the pleasure of God, Zacharias was thrilled that day

To the core of his being but when he thought of their tragedy

And prayed once again from his heart for a baby

In the silence, suddenly, and angel Gabriel was there

Saying he was God's voice with news to end their despair.

They would be parents of a wonderful, special son

Zacharias questions what the angel said where upon

The angel quieted the Lord’s servant’s voice

Until the birth of the child.  Still in his heart, he rejoiced.

Upon arriving home, after his service to God ending

He motioned to Elizabeth what God was sending.

As promised, they gratefully received  a son,

They named him John, who became the special one.

What stands out is - Zacharias heard God speak

Is this something you might happen to seek?

Gabriel was God’s voice and He spoke to Zacharias

While he was praying in the silence of God’s house.

If you pray from the depth of your heart and soul

God will speak to you and take control,

Listen… be still, seek silence, listen and hear

Hear what God has to say and do not fear.

Listen with heart and soul and you will find

He is there and He will bring peace of mind.

Just listen.

Prayer: Loving and forgiving Father, help us as we reach out to you for the power that will transform us.  Use our hands to serve you, as well as others; our voices to speak the good news; and our ears open to hear you.  In the name of Jesus.   Amen

Lelia Evans