The birth of Jesus Christ is rich with fulfilled prophecy and detail that carries deeper meaning when studied closely. Luke 2:1–20 provides a historical account of Joseph and Mary’s journey to Bethlehem, the birth of Jesus Christ, and the visit of the shepherds in the surrounding fields. In this study, the aim is to draw…
The birth of Jesus Christ is recorded in Matthew 1:18–25 and Luke 2:1–20, each offering a unique perspective on the event.
This study focuses on Matthew’s account of the birth of Jesus Christ. The narrative centres on Joseph: his encounter with the angel, the divine nature of Jesus’ conception, and the fulfilment of Old Testament prophecy.
Every year at Christmas, the birth of Jesus Christ is celebrated in churches with youth or children performances around the nativity scene, the magi, and the shepherds. What is less often considered are the events that precede Christ’s birth.
This study will focus Matthew’s presentation of Jesus as the son of David and the son of Abraham, the 14-14-14 structure of the genealogy, and the inclusion of unexpected figures within the lineage.
