Luke 1:74
Luke 1:74 in Multiple Translations
deliverance from hostile hands, that we may serve Him without fear,
That he would grant unto us, that we being delivered out of the hand of our enemies might serve him without fear,
To grant unto us that we being delivered out of the hand of our enemies Should serve him without fear,
That we, being made free from the fear of those who are against us, might give him worship,
He gives us freedom from fear and rescues us from our enemies,
Which was, that he would graunt vnto vs, that we being deliuered out of the handes of our enemies, should serue him without feare,
To give to us, without fear, Out of the hand of our enemies having been delivered,
to grant to us that we, being delivered out of the hand of our enemies, should serve him without fear,
That he would grant to us, that we being delivered out of the hand of our enemies, might serve him without fear,
That being delivered from the hand of our enemies, we may serve him without fear,
God told him that we would be rescued {he would rescue us} from the power of our enemies, that he would enable us to serve him without being afraid,
He promised to save us from our enemies, so we can work for him without being frightened.
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Greek Word Reference — Luke 1:74
Study Notes — Luke 1:74
- Context
- Cross References
- Luke 1:74 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Luke 1:74
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 1:74
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 1:74
- Trapp's Commentary on Luke 1:74
- Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 1:74
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 1:74
- Barnes' Notes on Luke 1:74
- Sermons on Luke 1:74
Context — Zechariah’s Song
74deliverance from hostile hands, that we may serve Him without fear,
75in holiness and righteousness before Him all the days of our lives. 76And you, child, will be called a prophet of the Most High; for you will go on before the Lord to prepare the way for Him,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Timothy 1:7 | For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control. |
| 2 | Zephaniah 3:15–17 | The LORD has taken away your punishment; He has turned back your enemy. Israel’s King, the LORD, is among you; no longer will you fear any harm. On that day they will say to Jerusalem: “Do not fear, O Zion; do not let your hands fall limp. The LORD your God is among you; He is mighty to save. He will rejoice over you with gladness; He will quiet you with His love; He will rejoice over you with singing.” |
| 3 | Isaiah 54:13–14 | Then all your sons will be taught by the LORD, and great will be their prosperity. In righteousness you will be established, far from oppression, for you will have no fear. Terror will be far removed, for it will not come near you. |
| 4 | Romans 8:15 | For you did not receive a spirit of slavery that returns you to fear, but you received the Spirit of sonship, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!” |
| 5 | Hebrews 9:14 | how much more will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself unblemished to God, purify our consciences from works of death, so that we may serve the living God! |
| 6 | Hebrews 2:15 | and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death. |
| 7 | Revelation 2:10 | Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Look, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison to test you, and you will suffer tribulation for ten days. Be faithful even unto death, and I will give you the crown of life. |
| 8 | Zechariah 9:8–10 | But I will camp around My house because of an army, because of those who march to and fro, and never again will an oppressor overrun My people, for now I keep watch with My own eyes. Rejoice greatly, O Daughter of Zion! Shout in triumph, O Daughter of Jerusalem! See, your King comes to you, righteous and victorious, humble and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey. And I will cut off the chariot from Ephraim and the horse from Jerusalem, and the bow of war will be broken. Then He will proclaim peace to the nations. His dominion will extend from sea to sea, and from the Euphrates to the ends of the earth. |
| 9 | Ezekiel 34:25–28 | I will make with them a covenant of peace and rid the land of wild animals, so that they may dwell securely in the wilderness and sleep in the forest. I will make them and the places around My hill a blessing. I will send down showers in season—showers of blessing. The trees of the field will give their fruit, and the land will yield its produce; My flock will be secure in their land. Then they will know that I am the LORD, when I have broken the bars of their yoke and delivered them from the hands that enslaved them. They will no longer be prey for the nations, and the beasts of the earth will not consume them. They will dwell securely, and no one will frighten them. |
| 10 | Luke 1:71 | salvation from our enemies and from the hand of all who hate us, |
Luke 1:74 Summary
This verse, Luke 1:74, is talking about being free from the control of people who are against God, so we can serve and love Him without being scared. It's like when God helped His people in the past, as seen in Exodus 14:13-14, He wants to help us today too, so we can live for Him without fear. To serve God without fear means we trust in His love and power, like it says in 1 John 4:18, and we can live holy lives, as mentioned in Luke 1:75, pleasing to Him. By trusting in God's deliverance, we can live with confidence and joy, knowing He is always with us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be delivered from hostile hands?
According to Luke 1:74, being delivered from hostile hands means being freed from the power of those who oppose God, so that we can serve Him without fear, as also seen in Psalm 138:7 which says God will stretch out His hand against the wrath of enemies.
How can we serve God without fear?
Serving God without fear, as mentioned in Luke 1:74, means trusting in His power and love, as stated in 1 John 4:18, where it says perfect love casts out fear, allowing us to approach Him with confidence and reverence.
Is this deliverance only for a specific group of people?
The deliverance mentioned in Luke 1:74 is part of God's plan to show mercy to our fathers and remember His holy covenant, as seen in Luke 1:72, indicating it's part of a broader promise to His people, including those who come to faith in Him through Jesus Christ, as stated in Romans 11:25-26.
How does this relate to our daily lives?
The concept of serving God without fear, as found in Luke 1:74, applies to our daily lives by reminding us to trust in God's sovereignty and grace, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6, which encourages us to trust in the Lord with all our heart and not lean on our own understanding.
Reflection Questions
- In what ways do I feel trapped or held back by 'hostile hands' in my life, and how can I trust God for deliverance?
- What are some practical ways I can serve God without fear in my daily life, such as sharing my faith or standing up for what is right?
- How does remembering God's covenant and promises, as mentioned in the surrounding verses, give me confidence in His deliverance and enable me to serve Him without fear?
- In what areas of my life do I need to trust in God's power and love more, so that I can approach Him and serve Him with confidence and reverence?
Gill's Exposition on Luke 1:74
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 1:74
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 1:74
Trapp's Commentary on Luke 1:74
Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 1:74
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 1:74
Barnes' Notes on Luke 1:74
Sermons on Luke 1:74
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Binding the Strongman by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the desire to see Jesus and have a personal encounter with Him. Jesus acknowledges this desire but redirects the attention to His impending |
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Why God Waits to Answer Our Prayers by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, Pastor Carter preaches about the importance of surrendering to God and relying on His strength. He emphasizes the need to stop trying to figure things out and inste |
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Living Without Fear by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of knowing and believing in God's love. He uses the story of Joseph and his brothers to illustrate how God's love can work in |
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(Prophecy) Prophecy in the New Testament by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being aware of deception in relation to the second coming of Jesus. He highlights that Jesus himself warned about deception |
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The Cup of Trembling by David Wilkerson | This sermon delves into the concept of the 'cup of trembling' as addressed in Isaiah, focusing on the fears and challenges faced by God's people. It emphasizes the need to trust in |
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https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wfd2ncj6eli/hqdefault.jpg by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of preparing the way for Jesus Christ's second coming, drawing parallels to John the Baptist's ministry before Christ's first coming. It highl |
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Christ's Glorious Promise of Peace by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes Christ's promise of peace, reminding believers that despite the turmoil and fear that may plague their hearts, Jesus offers a peace that surpasses worldl |


