Luke 1:80
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Context
Sermons
Zac Poonen
Emanuel Esh
Marcus Dods
H.J. Vine
Newman HallSummary
Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
The child grew - Increased in stature and bodily vigor. And waxed strong in spirit - had his understanding Divinely illuminated and confirmed in the truths of God. And was in the deserts - the city of Hebron, the circumjacent hill country, and in or near Nazareth. Till the time of his showing, or manifestation - till he was thirty years of age, before which time the law did not permit a man to enter into the public ministry, Num 4:3. See also Luk 3:23. So much has already been said, by way of practical improvement of the different subjects in this important chapter, as to preclude the necessity of any addition here.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
And the child, &c.--"a concluding paragraph, indicating, in strokes full of grandeur, the bodily and mental development of the Baptist; and bringing his life up to the period of his public appearance" [OLSHAUSEN]. in the deserts--probably "the wilderness of Judea" (Mat 3:1), whither he had retired early in life, in the Nazarite spirit, and where, free from rabbinical influences and alone with God, his spirit would be educated, like Moses in the desert, for his future high vocation. his showing unto Israel--the presentation of himself before his nation, as Messiah's forerunner. Next: Luke Chapter 2
John Gill Bible Commentary
And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit,.... That is, John, the son of Zacharias and Elisabeth, grew in stature of body, and increased in wisdom and knowledge, and fortitude in his soul: and was in the deserts; or "desert", as the Syriac, Persic, and Ethiopic versions read; not in the wilderness of Judea, where he came preaching, but either of Ziph or Maon, which were near to Hebron; see Sa1 23:14 he was not brought up in the schools of the prophets, nor in the academies of the Jews, or at the feet of any of their Rabbins and doctors; that it might appear he was not taught and sent of men, but of God: nor did he dwell in any of the cities, or larger towns, but in deserts; partly that he might be fitted for that gravity and austerity of life, he was to appear in; and that it might be clear he had no knowledge of, nor correspondence with Jesus, whose forerunner he was, and of whom he was to bear testimony, till such time he did it; and in this solitude he remained, till the day of his showing unto Israel; either till the time came that he was to appear before, and be examined by the sanhedrim, that judged of persons fitness and qualifications for the priesthood, in order to be admitted to it; which should have been when he was thirty years of age, but that he was designed for other service; or rather therefore till he appeared in his prophetic office, and showed himself to the people of Israel; to whom he came preaching the doctrine of repentance and remission of sins, administering the ordinance of baptism, giving notice of the near approach of the Messiah, and pointing him out unto the people. Next: Luke Chapter 2
Tyndale Open Study Notes
1:80 John grew up and became strong in spirit: Cp. 2:40, 52; 1 Sam 2:21, 26; 3:19. • John probably lived in the wilderness west of the Jordan River and southeast of Jerusalem. It was a place of testing (Deut 8:2; Pss 78, 95, 107) as well as spiritual retreat and preparation (Exod 3; 1 Kgs 19:4-6, 11-18; Isa 40:3).
Luke 1:80
Zechariah’s Song
79to shine on those who live in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the path of peace.” 80And the child grew and became strong in spirit; and he lived in the wilderness until the time of his public appearance to Israel.
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Luke - Part 1
By Zac Poonen2.1K56:57LukeMAT 6:33LUK 1:80LUK 3:8LUK 5:4LUK 5:15LUK 6:8In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the fifth chapter of the Bible, specifically verses 4 and 16. The sermon emphasizes the importance of waiting for God's guidance before taking action. It highlights the story of Simon, who initially doubted Jesus' instructions but eventually obeyed and experienced a miraculous catch of fish. The sermon also emphasizes the practicality of Jesus' teachings, urging listeners to live differently from the world and to be generous and compassionate towards others. Additionally, the preacher mentions the example of John the Baptist, who spent time in the desert before being called to preach and attracted a large following.
Divine Visitation
By Emanuel Esh1.3K1:11:09VisitationPSA 42:1ISA 53:6ISA 64:8MAT 6:33LUK 1:80ACT 26:18HEB 11:6In this sermon, the speaker begins by acknowledging the deceitfulness of engaging in questionable activities with computers and movies. They express their desire for a deeper revelation of God and a visitation from the Holy One of Israel. The speaker then confesses their own struggle with using a computer for non-academic purposes and how it led them to watch questionable DVDs. They admit that their conscience became weak and they lost conviction, ultimately feeling ashamed of their actions.
John, the Ascetic
By Marcus Dods0ISA 40:3MAT 3:1MRK 1:4LUK 1:80JHN 1:6Marcus Dods preaches about John the Baptist's radical decision to leave behind a life of comfort and privilege to live a solitary, ascetic life in the wilderness, in order to focus on spiritual matters and prepare the way for the coming Messiah. John's example of self-discipline, prayer, and dedication to God's work serves as an inspiration for believers to prioritize their spiritual lives over worldly distractions and to intercede for others in prayer. By forming a community of like-minded individuals in the wilderness, John created a space for deep reflection, prayer, and anticipation of the Savior's arrival.
Our Spirits
By H.J. Vine0MRK 14:38LUK 1:80JHN 3:6JHN 4:23ROM 2:29ROM 8:16GAL 6:1HEB 12:9HEB 13:151JN 5:1H.J. Vine preaches about the glorification of the redeemed bodies by our Lord Jesus Christ in the twinkling of an eye upon His return, emphasizing the care God provides for our spirits, enabling us to respond with praise and thanksgiving. Believers are encouraged to be in subjection to the Father of spirits, resulting in holiness and peaceable fruit of righteousness. The sermon highlights the necessity of a divine operation in man's spirit for true transformation and the importance of being born again to be right with God.
The Shadow of the Almighty
By Newman Hall0ISA 40:29LUK 1:80LUK 2:40ROM 7:221CO 16:13EPH 3:16EPH 6:10PHP 4:132TI 2:11PE 5:10Greek Word Studies delves into the meaning of 'krataioo,' emphasizing the passive voice indicating that inner strength comes from God's Spirit, not from man himself. The term refers to being empowered, established, and fortified, with the NT uses highlighting the growth and strengthening in spirit and wisdom. Believers are urged to submit to God's Spirit for spiritual strengthening, tapping into the divine ability within them. The prayer for believers to be strengthened internally through the Spirit is crucial for facing suffering, making moral choices, resisting temptation, and witnessing for Christ.
Second Theory -- Entire Sanctification, or Holiness, Is Obtained by Growth in Grace
By B.A. Cundiff0MRK 4:26LUK 1:80LUK 2:40EPH 2:8EPH 4:151TH 5:23TIT 3:52PE 3:17B.A. Cundiff preaches on the importance of growth in grace and sanctification, drawing parallels from the lives of John the Baptist and Jesus as examples of unhindered growth due to their holiness. He emphasizes that growth in grace is essential to prevent falling away and that all grace, including regenerating and sanctifying grace, is a gift from God that believers must receive and grow in. Cundiff distinguishes between growth and sanctification, highlighting that growth advances and improves while sanctification cleanses and purifies, ultimately leading believers to a state of being purified and sanctified by God's grace.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
The child grew - Increased in stature and bodily vigor. And waxed strong in spirit - had his understanding Divinely illuminated and confirmed in the truths of God. And was in the deserts - the city of Hebron, the circumjacent hill country, and in or near Nazareth. Till the time of his showing, or manifestation - till he was thirty years of age, before which time the law did not permit a man to enter into the public ministry, Num 4:3. See also Luk 3:23. So much has already been said, by way of practical improvement of the different subjects in this important chapter, as to preclude the necessity of any addition here.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
And the child, &c.--"a concluding paragraph, indicating, in strokes full of grandeur, the bodily and mental development of the Baptist; and bringing his life up to the period of his public appearance" [OLSHAUSEN]. in the deserts--probably "the wilderness of Judea" (Mat 3:1), whither he had retired early in life, in the Nazarite spirit, and where, free from rabbinical influences and alone with God, his spirit would be educated, like Moses in the desert, for his future high vocation. his showing unto Israel--the presentation of himself before his nation, as Messiah's forerunner. Next: Luke Chapter 2
John Gill Bible Commentary
And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit,.... That is, John, the son of Zacharias and Elisabeth, grew in stature of body, and increased in wisdom and knowledge, and fortitude in his soul: and was in the deserts; or "desert", as the Syriac, Persic, and Ethiopic versions read; not in the wilderness of Judea, where he came preaching, but either of Ziph or Maon, which were near to Hebron; see Sa1 23:14 he was not brought up in the schools of the prophets, nor in the academies of the Jews, or at the feet of any of their Rabbins and doctors; that it might appear he was not taught and sent of men, but of God: nor did he dwell in any of the cities, or larger towns, but in deserts; partly that he might be fitted for that gravity and austerity of life, he was to appear in; and that it might be clear he had no knowledge of, nor correspondence with Jesus, whose forerunner he was, and of whom he was to bear testimony, till such time he did it; and in this solitude he remained, till the day of his showing unto Israel; either till the time came that he was to appear before, and be examined by the sanhedrim, that judged of persons fitness and qualifications for the priesthood, in order to be admitted to it; which should have been when he was thirty years of age, but that he was designed for other service; or rather therefore till he appeared in his prophetic office, and showed himself to the people of Israel; to whom he came preaching the doctrine of repentance and remission of sins, administering the ordinance of baptism, giving notice of the near approach of the Messiah, and pointing him out unto the people. Next: Luke Chapter 2
Tyndale Open Study Notes
1:80 John grew up and became strong in spirit: Cp. 2:40, 52; 1 Sam 2:21, 26; 3:19. • John probably lived in the wilderness west of the Jordan River and southeast of Jerusalem. It was a place of testing (Deut 8:2; Pss 78, 95, 107) as well as spiritual retreat and preparation (Exod 3; 1 Kgs 19:4-6, 11-18; Isa 40:3).