Luke 1:20 “But behold, you will be mute and not able to speak until the day these things take place, because you did not believe my words which will be fulfilled in their own time.”
Gabriel gave Zacharias exactly what he asked for. The mute Zacharias had no doubt that Elizabeth would have a child.
Some might not like this kind of thing. Our sensitivity is hurt by this harsh answer. But, the angel graciously solved a far worse problem than he placed temporarily upon this man. He solved doubt. Disbelief has worse consequences than being mute, or deaf, or blind, or many other physical defects.
Heavenly Father, thank You for being merciful to us, even if we don’t understand or appreciate what You have done. We will always try to be careful to remember that You always want what is best for us. We will praise you forever! In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.