73 He told our ancestor Abraham
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 calledthe prophet of God Most High.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.