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God’s Family: Joseph Son of David (Matthew 1:17-25)
Introduction
Matthew’s genealogy prompts listeners to think about family legacy, reputation, and spiritual lineage. Just as we may judge someone by their family’s reputation, Matthew opens with Jesus’ lineage to show both the brokenness and faithfulness found in God’s people.
He highlights deeply flawed individuals. There are high performers and not-so-high performers.
Matthew shows us that God works through an imperfect line and people to bring about the Messiah. The discouraging side of the genealogy reminds us that sin runs through human history since the fall. However, the encouraging…
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