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The Forerunner Appears
October 6, 2026The Nativity stories are completed and Luke reintroduces John, who appears in the desert preaching and baptizing. Why are his presence and ministry so important that even now he occupies such a prominent place, including on the icon screen…
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Presentation at the Temple: and Jesus at Age 12
September 29, 2026Luke's unique contribution continues as he describes the Presentation of the Lord at the Temple where his Messianic identity is recognized. As Mary "ponders" these things, she also receives insight into Jesus' own self-awareness when she…
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Angels and Shepherds
September 22, 2026Luke mentions angels and shepherds prominently at the Birth of Christ. We think of the scene as poetic and pastoral, but Luke's presentation is a compelling statement about the Incarnation. And why does Luke alone note the circumcision and…
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The Birth of the Lord and His Forerunner
September 15, 2026Luke alone relates the announcements of the conceptions of John and Jesus followed by accounts of their births. The remarkable role of the Forerunner is foretold by his farther and the Lord's birth, although familiar to us, is actually…
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Mary Visits Elizabeth
September 1, 2026IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: Ancient Faith Ministries will be closed in observance of American Labor Day next Monday, September 7. There will be NO NEW EPISODE of Search the Scriptures Live next week. Mary visits Elizabeth, who is expecting…
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Mary's Mind: The Spirit and the Annunciation
August 25, 2026Why was Mary "troubled" or distressed by Archangel Gabriel's announcement? What important fact do we learn about her expectation for her future by her response: "I do not know man." What is the Holy Spirit's role in the Incarnation and why…
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The Annunciation
August 18, 2026Only the Evangelist Luke presents this intimate scene of the Archangel Gabriel appearing to the Virgin Mary, informing her that she is to be the mother of the Messiah. Much can be learned from Luke's description of this important event…
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The Prologue of Luke
August 11, 2026Luke follows the conventions of Greek historical writing by opening his Gospel with a specific style of prologue, unique in the Bible. From it we learn much about Luke himself and his audience. We will continue with Zechariah and the…