Luke 1:3-7 (New International Version)
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Therefore, since I myself have carefully investigated everything from the beginning, it seemed good also to me to write an orderly account1 for you, most excellent2 Theophilus,3
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so that you may know the certainty of the things you have been taught.4
The Birth of John the Baptist Foretold
5 In the time of Herod king of Judea5 there was a priest named Zechariah, who belonged to the priestly division of Abijah;6 his wife Elizabeth was also a descendant of Aaron. 6 Both of them were upright in the sight of God, observing all the Lord's commandments and regulations blamelessly.7 7 But they had no children, because Elizabeth was barren; and they were both well along in years.Scripture quoted by permission. Quotations designated (NIV) are from THE HOLY BIBLE: NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®. NIV®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by Biblica. All rights reserved worldwide. (New International Version Bible Online)
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