72 He has shown his mercy to our ancestorsand remembered his holy promise,
73 the oath that he swore to our ancestor Abraham.
74 He promised to rescue us from our enemies’ powerso that we could serve him without fear
75 by being holy and honorable as long as we live.
76 “You, child, will be called a prophet of the Most High.You will go ahead of the Lord to prepare his way.
77 You will make his people know that they can be savedthrough the forgiveness of their sins.
78 A new day will dawn on us from abovebecause our God is loving and merciful.