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Once contracts alone determine the contours of a child’s family, children become legally free-floating objects, available to anyone with money and paperwork.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth touted “Western values” and decried foreign influences during a Thursday speech in Nashville.
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In recent months, at least 20 Yemeni Christians have been arrested for the crime of following Christ.
Taken from their homes or detained on the streets, these believers are accused not of violence or political dissent, but of faith. While exact numbers are difficult to verify due to Yemen’s closed and chaotic security environment, credible sources confirm that some are being held in Houthi-run prisons, while others have disappeared entirely. They likely tragically face torture or even possibly death for their confession of Christ>>>>>
Source: Arrests of Yemeni Christians Demonstrate a Growing Faith – International Christian Concern
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Dear Heavenly Father, protect me from deception and ground me in your truth. Help so that I do not believe everything that makes me feel good. Help me to always be able to discern what is truth and what is deceptive. In Jesus Name Amen.
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No matter the cause of war or who is involved, the results are often the same: violations of human rights.
Source: Armed Conflict – Amnesty International
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This report marks the first time that the U.N. has suggested the crisis in Sudan may have risen to genocidal proportions since the civil war began in 2023.
Source: UN Report Suggests Possible Genocide in Sudan – International Christian Concern
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Children are being objectified by design Surrogacy and Obergefell lead logically to the horrors we’re seeing in California Once contracts alone determine the contours of a child’s family, children become legally free-floating objects, available to anyone with money and paperwork. Source: Children are being objectified by design | WORLD
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth touted “Western values” and decried foreign influences during a Thursday speech in Nashville. Source: In Nashville, Hegseth talks “Western values,” Christian nationalism • Tennessee Lookout Getting to Know Him Do you want eternal life? Do you want to enter heaven through the only guide that can help you navigate your…
In recent months, at least 20 Yemeni Christians have been arrested for the crime of following Christ. Taken from their homes or detained on the streets, these believers are accused not of violence or political dissent, but of faith. While exact numbers are difficult to verify due to Yemen’s closed and chaotic security environment, credible…
No matter the cause of war or who is involved, the results are often the same: violations of human rights. Source: Armed Conflict – Amnesty International Prayer Dear Heavenly Father, protect me from deception and ground me in your truth. Help so that I do not believe everything that makes me feel…
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The advocacy group Open Doors said in its report that worldwide Christian persecution was at an “all-time high.” Source: Map shows countries where Christian persecution growing – Newsweek Prayer Dear Heavenly Father, protect me from deception and ground me in your truth. Help so that I do not believe everything that makes me feel good.…
The advocacy group Open Doors said in its report that worldwide Christian persecution was at an “all-time high.”
Source: Map shows countries where Christian persecution growing – Newsweek
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Dear Heavenly Father, protect me from deception and ground me in your truth. Help so that I do not believe everything that makes me feel good. Help me to always be able to discern what is truth and what is deceptive. In Jesus Name Amen.
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The Iranian authorities must immediately halt all plans to execute eight individuals sentenced to death after being convicted of committing offences during the January 2026 nationwide protests, Amnesty International said today. The organization is urging authorities to quash their convictions and death sentences, and promptly put an end to expedited torture-tainted grossly unfair trials against […]
Remember the Church in Myanmar. This Southeast Asian country has been mired in civil war since 2021. Believers don’t escape these realities.
Source: Myanmar: a closer look at the Church surrounded by civil war – Mission Network News
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Christians and Jews are being targeted
From arson to armed attacks, North American houses of faith have seen alarming acts of aggression in recent years.
Source: Cities Church Isn’t Alone in Experiencing Hostility – Christianity Today
Iran’s security forces killed at least 19 Christians during a sweeping crackdown on anti-government protests, according to a monitoring group, which said the confirmed toll rose after two more Christian converts died from gunfire during demonstrations last month.
Scripture: Numbers 13:33
“We seemed like grasshoppers in our own eyes…”
Devotion:
Fear has a way of making us feel small and enlarging everything else. When the Israelites saw the giants they didn’t lose the battle because the giants were too big they lost their perspective because God became too small in their thinking. When we allow fear to take over, we stop seeing ourselves as God’s called, strengthened, and upheld people. We then begin measuring life only by what we see. But the Bible reminds us that the everlasting God does not grow weary. We know that those who hope in Him rise up and do not shrink. Fear will fade away when we remember who God is and who we are because of Him.
Thoughts to Ponder:
In what way has fear caused you to see yourself as smaller or less capable than God says you are?
Prayer:
Dear Heavenly Father, correct my perspective when fear distorts the truth. Thank you for being my protector and guide when I need you. In Jesus Name Amen
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Scripture: Psalm 56:3
“When I am afraid, I put my trust in You.”
Devotion:
By itself fear is not sin it is a signal. Fear will get us into something that feels uncertain or out of our control. The main problem is not feeling fear, but following it. David never pretend fear didn’t exist; he redirected it toward trust. Today, let fear become a reminder to turn your attention toward God instead of inward toward overwhelming worry.
Something to think about
When fear shows up in your life, what does it usually push you toward trusting God or trying to handle things on your own?
Prayer:
Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for being a guide when everything seems to be falling apart. When fear rises, remind me to turn toward You, not away from You. In Jesus Name Amen
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Scripture: Isaiah 26:3
“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast.”
Devotion:
That consuming peace deepens when our minds remain fixed on God rather than focusing on our fears. This is a focus that doesn’t happen by accident it’s cultivated through time trusting Him. When we prepare our hearts for worship, we remember that peace is found not in answers, but in God’s presence.
Reflection:
How can you intentionally fix your mind on God today?
Prayer:
Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for the peace you always give me. As we prepare for tomorrow, we come honestly before You. I acknowledge the fears I,ve carried, spoken and unspoken, seen and unseen. I confess that I have sometimes trusted news, circumstances, or my own understanding more than Your promises.
Tonight, I choose to lay those fears at Your feet. I open my heart to the peace that only You can give, the peace that does not depend on circumstances but rests in Your presence. Prepare my heart to respond to Your Word, soften what has grown hard, and quiet what has grown anxious.
Tomorrow, when You invite me, to surrender, to trust again, give me the courage to respond. Let this be a moment of release, healing, and renewal.
Guard my heart and mind in Christ Jesus, and lead me into the freedom of Your peace. In Jesus Name Amen
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Scripture: Proverbs 3:5–6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart…”
Devotion:
Have you ever noticed that the majority of our fear comes from trying to control outcomes? God never meant for to manage these things that freak us out causing this fear. Trust grows when we surrender the illusion of control and confidently placing our confidence in God’s wisdom. Peace comes from trust and faith, not assuredness.
Reflection:
What are you trying to control that needs to be surrendered?
Prayer:
Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for always being the light when I need to see what is going on. Lord, I release control and choose to trust You with what I cannot change. In Jesus Name Amen
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Scripture: Philippians 4:7
“And the peace of God… will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Devotion:
God’s peace is not just blanket for comfort, it guards. This peace is like a sentry at the door, a peace that stands watch over your heart and mind. When fear tries to enter this peace reminds us that God is still in control. This guarding peace is not earned; it is received as we trust Him.
Reflection:
What thoughts need God’s peace to guard today?
Prayer:
Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for always being my guide when I do not know what way to turn. Let Your peace stand guard over my thoughts and emotions today. In Jesus Name Amen
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Scripture: John 14:27
“Peace I leave with you; My peace I give you.”
Devotion:
The world offers peace that depends on circumstances, when things are going good, peace stays; when they don’t, the peace disappears. Jesus offers a different kind of peace. His peace flows from who He is, not from what is going on around us. When we stay connected to Him, peace becomes a settled confidence rather than a fragile feeling. Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid. John 14:27
Reflection:
Where have you been looking for peace outside of Christ?
Prayer:
Dear Heavenly Father, I receive the peace You give, not the peace the world tries to offer. Lord, guide me in the right direction and be the light for the paths in front of me. In Jesus Name Amen
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“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.”
Devotion:
Anxiety is a form of misplaced focus. Paul does not condemn anxious thoughts, instead he redirects them. With every anxious thought becoming an invitation to pray. By bringing our fears to God, we shift the burden from our shoulders to His. Prayer is not a way to ignore reality; it places our reality in God’s hands.
Reflection:
What anxiety do you need to turn into prayer today?
Prayer:
Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for being the One that I can depend on when everything seems to be falling apart. I bring You what I’ve been worrying about instead of carrying it alone. Be the light in the darkness. In Jesus Name Amen
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Scripture: John 16:33
“In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
Devotion:
Have you ever noticed that fear will only grow louder when we live constantly connected to the noise of this world. Watching the News, the differing opinions, and the endless updates can quietly shape our hearts more than we realize. If we read the red letters in the Bible we can see that Jesus never promised a trouble-free life. However, He did promise victory while walking through it when in the middle of it. Peace begins when we understand that the noise around us does not have the final word Christ does.
Reflection:
What voices have been shaping your thoughts lately?
Prayer:
Dear Heavenly Father, please help me recognize the voices that stir fear in my heart. Help me block out the noise and teach me to listen more closely to Your voice of truth and peace. Thank you for being my guide. In Jesus Name Amen
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Scripture: Isaiah 33:6 There will be stability in your times, abundance of salvation, wisdom, and knowledge. The fear of God is your treasure
Devotional Thought:
The Bible tells us that God Himself is the stability we need for our times. We never have to wait for life to settle down before trusting Him. We have to anchor ourselves in Him beforehand.
As we approach Sunday, prepare your heart to hear what God wants to reinforce in your life.
Reflection:
Where do you need God to be your stability right now?
Prayer:
Dear Heavenly Father, please anchor my heart in You. Prepare me to receive Your Word and trust You fully. Thank you Lord for everything that you do. In Jesus Name Amen
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Scripture: Hebrews 12:25-29 See that you don’t refuse him who speaks. For if they didn’t escape when they refused him who warned on the earth, how much more will we not escape who turn away from him who warns from heaven, whose voice shook the earth then, but now he has promised, saying, “Yet once more I will shake not only the earth, but also the heavens.”
This phrase, “Yet once more” signifies the removing of those things that are shaken, as of things that have been made, that those things which are not shaken may remain. Therefore, receiving a Kingdom that can’t be shaken, let’s have grace, through which we serve God acceptably, with reverence and awe, for our God is a consuming fire.
Devotional Thought:
Everything we see, and around us in this world has an expiration date with only one exception the Kingdom of God. When earthly systems fail, governments, relationships, religions, and thoughts, God’s Kingdom will still be standing. We should not cling to fear because we belong to something eternal, something bigger, something that is everlasting.
Our gratitude grows when we remember what cannot be taken from us.
Reflection:
How does belonging to God’s Kingdom reshape your outlook?
Prayer:
Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for giving me a Kingdom that cannot be shaken or destroyed. Teach me to live with gratitude.”
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Scripture: Matthew 7:24–27 “Everyone therefore who hears these words of mine and does them, I will liken him to a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house; and it didn’t fall, for it was founded on the rock.
Everyone who hears these words of mine and doesn’t do them will be like a foolish man who built his house on the sand. The rain came down, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house; and it fell—and its fall was great.”
Devotional
Jesus reminds us that there are going to be storms that come to every house. He expresses the importance that there is not the absence of storms, but safety when we have the presence of a solid foundation. If there is to much shaking, there will be some, but it can reveal what we have built our lives on.
Now is the time to reinforce our foundation. We should not wait until after the storm passes.
Reflection:
What has your faith been resting on lately?
Prayer:
Dear Heavenly Father, help me build my life on Your truth and not on these temporary flashy things. Thank you Lord for being the light to path and being a guide when I need it. In Jesus Name Amen
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Scripture: Psalm 46:1–3 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we won’t be afraid, though the earth changes, though the mountains are shaken into the heart of the seas; though its waters roar and are troubled, though the mountains tremble with their swelling. Selah.
The psalmist paints a vivid picture. The earth giving way, the mountains falling, waters roaring and overwhelming situation. However in the middle of all of the chaos, God is called our refuge and strength. While everything else may shift and seems to be falling apart, God remains the one and only constant.
Our security is not in stability, it is in His presence.
Thoughts to Ponder:
How does knowing God is unmovable change how you’ll face uncertainty?
Prayer:
Dear Heavenly Father, be my refuge today. When everything feels unstable, remind me that You are always steady. Thank you lord for always being there. In Jesus Name Amen
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For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every vile practice.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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Biblical faith is not pretending everything is fine; it is choosing trust when everything is uncertain. Fear says, “What if?” Faith says, “Even if.” Even if the economy shifts. Even if health falters. Even if the future is unclear. God remains faithful.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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We’d like to welcome you back to our study of the book of Matthew! Over the next several weeks, we will be diving into each chapter of this powerful gospel, examining the teachings and stories of Jesus as recorded by the apostle Matthew. As we explore the rich depths of Matthew’s account, we will encounter
Jesus’ call to follow Him as His disciples, His teachings on the kingdom of heaven, and His miraculous works of power. Along the way, we will be challenged to apply Jesus’ words to our own lives and to follow Him more closely as His followers. So grab your Bible, a pen, highlighter and some paper, and let’s get started on this journey of discovery!
Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for the opportunity you have given us to learn more about You. Guide us in the direction that You want us to go so to gain a closer understanding of who You, while gaining a unbreakable relationship like never before. Give us understanding to see, and understand, and grasp the message that You have for us. In Jesus Name Amen
As we continue our study of Matthew we will cover 2:1-12! We will be exploring the the wise men after the birth of Jesus Christ, as recorded by the apostle Matthew. We will review the events leading up to Jesus’ birth, the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies, and the reactions of those who were present. We will also contemplate the significance of Jesus’ birth and what it does for our lives as believers. As we study this passage, we will be challenged to think about why we should know Jesus and follow Him more closely as His disciples. You’ll want grab your Bible, highlighter, a pen and some paper, to record what you learn on this journey of discovery!
Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of King Herod, behold, wise men from the east came to Jerusalem, saying, “Where is he who is born King of the Jews? For we saw his star in the east, and have come to worship him.” When King Herod heard it, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him. Gathering together all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he asked them where the Christ would be born. They said to him, “In Bethlehem of Judea, for this is written:
Matthew 2:1-12 WEB
Through the prophet,
‘You Bethlehem, land of Judah,
are in no way least among the princes of Judah;
for out of you shall come a governor
who shall shepherd my people, Israel.’”Micah 5:2
Then Herod secretly called the wise men, and learned from them exactly what time the star appeared. He sent them to Bethlehem, and said, “Go and search diligently for the young child. When you have found him, bring me word, so that I also may come and worship him.”
They, having heard the king, went their way; and behold, the star, which they saw in the east, went before them until it came and stood over where the young child was. When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceedingly great joy. They came into the house and saw the young child with Mary, his mother, and they fell down and worshiped him. Opening their treasures, they offered to him gifts: gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Being warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they went back to their own country another way.
In this passage from Matthew 2:1-2 we are told about the visit of the magi to Jesus after His birth. We see in this passage, the magi, or wise men, were astrologers who came from the East following a star to Jerusalem, they were seeking the newborn king of the Jews.
So who were the magi, also known as the wise men or the Three Kings, were a group of astrologers or wise men from the East mentioned in the New Testament. Best known for their visit to Jesus after He was born as we are told in the Gospel of Matthew. We are told the magi followed a star to Jerusalem, trying to find the newborn king of the Jews.
Upon arriving in Jerusalem, they went to King Herod and asked him where the king of the Jews had been born. They were then directed to Bethlehem, when they arrived they found Jesus and worshiped Him, giving him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
There is a lot of discussion among biblical scholars about who and how many magi were. Some think that the magi were kings or members of a royal court, while others think they were scholars or priests. Some think that there were three magi, because of the three gifts that were given to Jesus. Some believe that there could have been more or less than three.
Even though there is no concrete information about the magi, they are still revered as important figures in the Christmas story. They are usually depicted as wise and devoted followers of Jesus.
When King Herod heard it, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him. Gathering together all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he asked them where the Christ would be born. Matthew 2:3-4 WEB
In Matthew 2:3-4 When Herod heard of the birth of this king, he became disturbed and called together the chief priests and scribes of the law to ask them where Christ was to be born. Most historical commentaries agree that when he called together the chief priests and scribes it was the heads of the 24 classes of priests that were created by David in 1 Chronicles 24. The scribes were those who studied and kept track of the law in the bible.
When the magi arrived in Jerusalem we can see people from all over had heard about the birth of the king of the Jews and they were excited to find and worship him. The magi had come a long way facing significant danger so they could find the Messiah, demonstrating their faith and determination. With their arrival it emphasizes the differences between the faith of the magi and the fear and skepticism of King Herod and the religious leaders.
Herod, being upset when he heard of the birth of the king of the Jews, saw this as a potential threat to his rule. He had heard the prophecies about the coming of the Messiah because of this he was anxious to find and eliminate potential rivals to his throne. We see King Herod’s fear and skepticism was further demonstrated when he called the chief priests and teachers of the law asking them where Christ was to be born.
With the conclusion of this chapter we see Herod was trying desperately to find the king, Jesus, knowing the prophecy that was given in Micah 5:2. Herod gave instructions to the magi to find the baby and report back to him so he could “worship him.” But God knowing all things, Psalm 139:4, gave the magi direction through a dream and warned them not to go back to Herod. God knew what was in Herods heart, knowing exactly what Herod was planning to do.
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We’d like to welcome you back to our study of the book of Matthew! Over the next several weeks, we will be diving into each chapter of this powerful gospel, examining the teachings and stories of Jesus as recorded by the apostle Matthew. As we explore the rich depths of Matthew’s account, we will encounter Jesus’ call to follow Him as His disciples, His teachings on the kingdom of heaven, and His miraculous works of power. Along the way, we will be challenged to apply Jesus’ words to our own lives and to follow Him more closely as His followers. So grab your Bible, a pen, highlighter and some paper, and let’s get started on this journey of discovery!
Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for the opportunity about Your birth and how miraculous it was. Guide us in the direction that You want us to go so to gain a closer understanding of who You, while gaining a unbreakable relationship like never before. Give us understand to see, understand, and grasp the message that You have for us. In Jesus Name Amen
As we continue our study of Matthew we will cover 1:18-25! We will be exploring the supernatural birth of Jesus Christ, as recorded by the apostle Matthew. We will review the events leading up to Jesus’ birth, the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies, and the reactions of those who were present. We will also contemplate the significance of Jesus’ birth and what it does for our lives as believers. As we study this passage, we will be challenged to think about why we should know Jesus and follow Him more closely as His disciples. You’ll want grab your Bible, highlighter, a pen and some paper, to record what you learn on this journey of discovery!
Now the birth of Jesus Christ was like this: After his mother, Mary, was engaged to Joseph, before they came together, she was found pregnant by the Holy Spirit. Joseph, her husband, being a righteous man, and not willing to make her a public example, intended to put her away secretly. But when he thought about these things, behold, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream, saying, “Joseph, son of David, don’t be afraid to take to yourself Mary as your wife, for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Spirit. She shall give birth to a son. You shall name him Jesus, for it is he who shall save his people from their sins.” Now all this has happened that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the Lord through the prophet, saying,
Matthew 1:18-25 WEB
“Behold, the virgin shall be with child,
and shall give birth to a son.
They shall call his name Immanuel,”
which is, being interpreted, “God with us.”Isaiah 7:14
Joseph arose from his sleep, and did as the angel of the Lord commanded him, and took his wife to himself; and didn’t know her sexually until she had given birth to her firstborn son. He named him Jesus.
Matthew 1:18-25 is a passage in the Gospel of Matthew in the New Testament of the Bible that focuses on the birth of Jesus Christ. We are told, Jesus was born to the Virgin Mary, who was engaged to be married to Joseph, a carpenter. The birth of Jesus was miraculous because it was prophesied by the prophet Isaiah and completed the prophecy that a virgin would conceive a son, who would be called “Emmanuel,” which means “God with us.”
Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin will conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.
Isaiah 7:14 WEB
The passage begins by explaining what happened before Jesus was born, Mary being engaged to Joseph was a righteous man not wanting to disgrace her publicly. So, when Mary became pregnant, Joseph became aware that the child was not his own but was conceived through the power of the Holy Spirit. Joseph was concerned by this and thought about breaking off the engagement, so an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and told him not to be afraid and take Mary as his wife. The angel explained to Joseph that the child was conceived by the Holy Spirit and would be called the Son of God. So Joseph took Mary as his wife, and did not consummate the marriage until Jesus was born.
“But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons.” (Galatians 4:4-5)
Finally, this passage from Matthew 1:18-25 is a powerful and significant way to start not only the Gospel of Matthew but the Gospels, New Testament and the life of Jesus Christ. It tells how Jesus’ was born to the Virgin Mary, while she was engaged to be married to Joseph, a carpenter. The birth of Jesus fulfillment of a prophecy foretold by the prophet Isaiah completing the prophecy that a virgin would conceive and bear a son, who would be called “Emmanuel,” which means “God with us.” The passage also emphasizes how important Joseph and Mary were as the earthly parents of Jesus and what they did to give Him life.
We see Jesus’ birth and the importance of Him coming to the world as the Son of God. It is a reminder of the love and grace of God, who sent his Son to provide salvation for humanity from sin and death. When studying this passage we are instructed to follow Jesus, being His disciples, sharing the good news of His birth. Focusing the hope and salvation He gives to the world. Be inspired by the example of Joseph and Mary and copy their faithfulness to the call of God. Always seek to follow Jesus more closely as one of His followers.
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Welcome to our study of the book of Matthew! Over the next several weeks, we will be diving into each chapter of this powerful gospel, examining the teachings and stories of Jesus as recorded by the apostle Matthew. As we explore the rich depths of Matthew’s account, we will encounter Jesus’ call to follow Him as His disciples, His teachings on the kingdom of heaven, and His miraculous works of power. Along the way, we will be challenged to apply Jesus’ words to our own lives and to follow Him more closely as His followers. So grab your Bible, a pen, highlighter and some paper, and let’s get started on this journey of discovery!
Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for the opportunity you have given us to learn more about You. Guide us in the direction that You want us to go so to gain a closer understanding of who You, while gaining a unbreakable relationship like never before. Give us understand to see, understand, and grasp the message that You have for us. In Jesus Name Amen
Matthew 1:1-17 is the beginning of the Gospel of Matthew in the New Testament of the Bible. This passage lists the genealogy of Jesus Christ, starting with Abraham and going all the way down to Joseph, the husband of Mary, who was the mother of Jesus.
The passage begins by stating that Jesus was the son of David and the son of Abraham. Abraham was the father of Isaac, who was the father of Jacob, who was the father of Judah and his brothers. Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah, and Perez was the father of Hezron. Hezron was the father of Ram, and Ram was the father of Amminadab. Amminadab was the father of Nahshon, and Nahshon was the father of Salmon. Salmon was the father of Boaz, and Boaz was the father of Obed. Obed was the father of Jesse, and Jesse was the father of David, who was the king of Israel.
David was the father of Solomon, who was the father of Rehoboam. Rehoboam was the father of Abijah, and Abijah was the father of Asa. Asa was the father of Jehoshaphat, and Jehoshaphat was the father of Joram. Joram was the father of Uzziah, and Uzziah was the father of Jotham. Jotham was the father of Ahaz, and Ahaz was the father of Hezekiah. Hezekiah was the father of Manasseh, and Manasseh was the father of Amon. Amon was the father of Josiah, and Josiah was the father of Jehoiachin and his brothers.
Jehoiachin was exiled to Babylon, and after the exile, his descendants included Shealtiel, who was the father of Zerubbabel. Zerubbabel was the father of Abiud, and Abiud was the father of Eliakim. Eliakim was the father of Azor, and Azor was the father of Zadok. Zadok was the father of Achim, and Achim was the father of Eliud. Eliud was the father of Eleazar, and Eleazar was the father of Matthan. Matthan was the father of Jacob, and Jacob was the father of Joseph, the husband of Mary. Mary was the mother of Jesus, who is called the Christ.
The passage concludes by stating that Jesus was born of the Virgin Mary through the power of the Holy Spirit, fulfilling the prophecy of Isaiah 7:14 that a virgin would conceive and bear a son. This son, Jesus, would be called “Emmanuel,” which means “God with us.” The passage emphasizes that Jesus’ genealogy is important because it shows that He is the promised Messiah, the savior of the world, who was foretold by the prophets and is a descendant of Abraham and David.
Matthew 1:2 is part of the genealogy of Jesus Christ as recorded in the Gospel of Matthew in the New Testament of the Bible. The verse reads, “Abraham was the father of Isaac, and Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers.” This verse establishes the line of descent from Abraham to Jesus through Isaac, Jacob, and Judah.
Abraham is considered the father of the Jewish people, Genesis 17:1-27, and is revered as a great patriarch in Judaism, and Christianity. He is described in the Bible as the father of faith and is credited with establishing the covenant between God and the descendants of Abraham, which is central to the Abrahamic religions. Abraham is also mentioned in the New Testament as an ancestor of Jesus, and his faith and obedience to God are held up as an example for Christians to follow.
Isaac is the son of Abraham and his wife, Sarah, and is considered the son of promise in the Bible. According to the book of Genesis, God promised Abraham that he would have a son through Sarah, even though they were old and childless. Isaac was born when Abraham was 100 years old and Sarah was 90, and he became the heir of the promise of God to Abraham. Isaac is also an important figure in the Abrahamic religions, and he is revered as a patriarch and a symbol of faith and obedience.
Jacob is the son of Isaac and the grandson of Abraham. He is also known as Israel, and his twelve sons became the twelve tribes of Israel. Jacob is known for his cunning and deception, as well as for his faith in God. He is also an important figure in the Abrahamic religions, and his descendants are considered to be the chosen people of God.
Judah was one of the twelve sons of Jacob, Genesis 49:1-27, and the ancestor of the tribe of Judah. He is also an important figure in the Bible and is revered as a patriarch and a leader of the Jewish people. According to the book of Genesis, Judah was the one who suggested that Joseph, his brother, be sold into slavery in Egypt, but he later repented of his actions and pleaded for Joseph’s release. Judah is also mentioned in the New Testament as an ancestor of Jesus.
In Matthew 1:2, the genealogy of Jesus is traced through Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Judah, showing that Jesus is a descendant of Abraham and a member of the tribe of Judah. This is important because it establishes Jesus as the promised Messiah, the savior of the world, who was foretold by the prophets and is a fulfillment of the covenant between God and Abraham. The genealogy of Jesus is also important because it shows that Jesus is a human being, born of the lineage of Abraham and David, and therefore fully human and fully divine.
Further more, the genealogy of Jesus recorded in Matthew 1:1-17 is an important and significant passage in the Gospel of Matthew. It traces the line of descent from Abraham, the father of the Jewish people, down to Joseph, the husband of Mary and the legal father of Jesus. This genealogy establishes Jesus as a descendant of Abraham and a member of the tribe of Judah, fulfilling the promises of God to Abraham and the prophecies of the prophets. It also shows that Jesus is a human being, born of the lineage of Abraham and David, and therefore fully human and fully divine.
The historical and genealogical significance in this passage also highlights the importance of the family line of Jesus and the fulfillment of God’s plan for the salvation of humanity. It also focuses on the faithfulness of God for keeping His promises keeping his plan for the world with the birth of Jesus Christ as the savior of the world.
Finally, the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1:1-17 is a message that speaks to the divine nature of Jesus and how important His birth is in the salvation of humanity. It is a reminder of God’s devotion and His lasting love. He invites us to trust Him knowing we can follow Him as our savior and Lord.
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Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin will conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14 WEB
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And whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ. Colossians 3:23-24 WEB
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