74. that he would rescue usfrom our enemies.Then we could serve himwithout fear,
75. by being holy and goodas long as we live.
76. You, my son, will be calleda prophet of Godin heaven above.You will go ahead of the Lordto get everything readyfor him.
77. You will tell his peoplethat they can be savedwhen their sinsare forgiven.
78. God's love and kindnesswill shine upon uslike the sun that risesin the sky.
79. On us who livein the dark shadowof deaththis light will shineto guide usinto a life of peace.
80. As John grew up, God's Spirit gave him great power. John lived in the desert until the time he was sent to the people of Israel.