Jesus’ Birth and Early Childhood, Lk 2 and Matt 2
This lesson is on the birth and early childhood of Jesus Christ from Matt 2 and Lk 2. There is often confusion about the timing of the events recorded in these two gospels. Some of this confusion stems from the Christmas traditions, like nativity scenes and Christmas carols. Here’s the account of Jesus’ birth and […]
Savior Christ Lord, Luke 2:11
The angel of the Lord announced to the shepherds that the birth of Jesus was the birth of a very special person, “a Savior, which is Christ the Lord.” We are going to look at the significance of these three names. A Savior– let’s look back to the prophecy of Zacharias, John the Baptist’s father, […]
Jesus Who Is Called Christ, Matt 1:16
Matt 1:16 and Jacob begat Joseph the husband of Mary, of whom was born Jesus, who is called Christ. When Jesus is called Christ, this appellation signifies four things about him. He is: The King of Israel Matt 2:1-4 where is he that is born king of the Jews? And when he had gathered all […]
In A Manger, Luke 2:7
In A Manger Lk 2: 7 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO The fact that there was no room for them in the inn was not an accidental overcrowding due to the huge crowds who had come back to Bethlehem for the taxation. The fact that Jesus was laid in a manger when he was born was all […]
Can Christians enjoy Christmas? Rom 14:5-6
Can Christians Enjoy Christmas Rom.14:5-6 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO Can Christians enjoy Christmas? That’s a simple question and the answer is also simple. Sure. Some folks don’t believe that Christians ought to enjoy Christmas. Frankly, there is nothing wrong with decorating a tree, sending Christmas cards and exchanging gifts with your friends and family. Like Paul […]
First and Second Coming of Jesus, Matt 3:1-4
At Christmas time, people generally remember the birth of Jesus Christ and, therefore, his first coming. He is coming again. In this lesson, we will compare the first and second coming of Jesus. Similarities in the first and second coming of Jesus: Preceded by a forerunner – Jesus was preceded by John the Baptist at […]
Christ Came Into the World, 1 Tim 1:15
1 Tim 1:15 says, “Christ Jesus came into the world…” This is the season when we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, presumably. Why did Christ come into the world? Christ came to fulfill the promises to Israel – Rom 9:3-5 – he was born King of the Jews [Matt 2:2]. The superscription on his […]
The Miraculous Birth of Jesus, Matt 1:23
Around Christmas time, Christians presumably remember the birth of Jesus Christ. While you celebrate his birth, consider that the birth of Jesus Christ was a miracle. His miraculous virgin birth – Matt 1:20-25 – Jesus’ birth from a virgin was prophesied in Is 7:14. Never before or since has a baby been born to a […]
Jesus the Lamb, Lk 2:7
In Luke 2:7, the fact that there was no room for Joseph and Mary in the inn was not an accidental overcrowding due to the huge crowds who had come back to Bethlehem for the taxation. The fact that Jesus was laid in a manger when he was born was all by design. He was […]
Why Jesus Was Born of a Virgin Is 7:14
Why Jesus Was Born of a Virgin Is. 7:14 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO Because Jesus was born of a virgin: Old Testament prophecies were fulfilled – Is 7:14 the prophecy given to Ahaz as a sign that Syria and Ephraim would be forsaken of their kings. Gen 3:15, the first Messianic prophecy. Gen 22:8, the prophecy […]