Waiting with Hope

Sam DeSocio | 11/30/25 | Luke 1:67-80

In this message from Good News Church, we explore one of the most surprising moments in the Bible—Zechariah’s prophecy about the coming Messiah. For generations, God’s people expected salvation to arrive with political power and military triumph. But Jesus shows up in a completely different way: humble, gentle, and bringing a deeper rescue than anyone expected. Why does God save in ways we don’t anticipate? What kind of salvation do we actually need? And how does this ancient prophecy speak directly into our modern fears, longings, and questions? Whether you’re exploring faith or growing in it, this message will help you see the hope of Jesus with fresh eyes. 00:00 – Welcome & Introduction 01:05 – Why We’re Here 04:12 – Zechariah’s Story: Silence, Waiting & Revelation 07:28 – Old Testament Expectations of Salvation 10:45 – “A Horn of Salvation”: What Israel Hoped For 13:22 – God’s Surprising Way of Saving 16:35 – How Jesus Redefines Deliverance 19:09 – Reading the Old Testament Through the Lens of Christ 22:28 – Salvation From Enemies vs. Salvation of the Heart 25:12 – Why God’s Timing Feels Slow (But Isn’t) 27:55 – What It Means to Serve God Without Fear 30:41 – The Dawn Breaking: Light to Those in Darkness 33:10 – What This Means for Us Today 35:20 – Closing Prayer & Response