Published by Vince Baker Ministries ·
“And it came to pass, that, when Elisabeth heard the salutation of Mary, the babe leaped in her womb; and Elisabeth was filled with the Holy Ghost:”
Luke 1:41 · KJV
What does Elizabeth say under the Spirit’s influence?
Elizabeth speaks a blessing and then asks why she should receive such a visit. Her surprise has a different character from skepticism. She sees Mary’s trust and calls her blessed because the Lord will fulfill what He spoke. The Spirit moves her to recognize and encourage another person’s faith.
How does this scene fit Luke’s account of the Spirit?
Luke first says John will be filled from his mother’s womb and go in the spirit and power of Elijah. Gabriel tells Mary the Holy Ghost will come upon her. Elizabeth is then filled, and Zacharias later prophesies when filled. By placing these scenes before Jesus’ public ministry, Luke shows God preparing a people for the Messiah through ordinary visits, vulnerable families, and public promises.
Practice Spirit-shaped encouragement
Read Luke 1:39–45 and note how specific Elizabeth’s blessing is. Send someone a truthful encouragement that names an act of faith or obedience you have seen in them.
Read the Scripture passages
- Luke 1:41 · KJV
- Luke 1:26-45 · KJV
- Luke 1:46-55 · KJV
- Luke 1:15-17 · KJV
- Galatians 4:4-6 · KJV
