Introduction
Fallen Condition Focus: Like Zechariah we can have a heart of unbelief, rejecting the Word of God.
Sermon Proposition: Since God has sent his Son, the Messiah, to abide in our hearts forever, we ought to prepare to receive him anew this Advent in silence and solitude.

I. It is in silence and solitude that we find a place to listen to the Word of God spoken to us (Luke 1:13-17)

II. It is in silence and solitude that we find grace for inner transformation through prayer (Luke 1:18-20)

III. It is in silence and solitude that we find God's presence in prayer to empower us (Luke 1:62-67)