When Elizabeth's son was born,
God is no mere human! He doesn't tell lies or change his mind. God always keeps his promises.
But the angel told him: Don't be afraid, Zechariah! God has heard your prayers. Your wife Elizabeth will have a son, and you must name him John.
When Herod was king of Judea, there was a priest called Zechariah from the priestly group of Abijah. His wife Elizabeth was from the family of Aaron.
Mary stayed with Elizabeth about three months. Then she went back home.
her neighbours and relatives heard how kind the Lord had been to her, and they too were glad.
