In holiness and righteousness (εν οσιοτητ κα δικαιοσυνη). Not a usual combination (Ephesians 4:24; [Reference Titus 1:…

In holiness, etc. In piety and strict justice.

Before him. In the presence of God. Performed as in His presence, and with …

In holiness and righteousness.—The same combination is found, though in an inverted order, in Ephesians 4:24. “Holiness” has speci…

St. John Chrysostom: Zacharias glorifies the Lord because He has enabled us to serve Him with full confidence—not in the flesh…

The fulfillment of God’s promise does not mean passivity for Israel but a new opportunity for service—negatively, service “without fear” (v.74) and…

In holiness and righteousness. As the rule of a good life has been reduced by God to two tables (Exodus 31:18; [Reference Exod…

In holiness and righteousness
Not in mere outward rites and legal ceremonies but as the saints serve, from principles…

Zacharias uttered a prophecy concerning the kingdom and salvation of the Messiah. The gospel brings light with it; in it the day dawns. In John the…