Matthew 1:18-21
18 Now the birth of Jesus Christ took place in this way. When his mother Mary had been betrothed to Joseph, before they came together she was found to be with child from the Holy Spirit. 19 And her husband Joseph, being a just man and unwilling to put her to shame, resolved to divorce her quietly. 20 But as he considered these things, behold, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream, saying, “Joseph, son of David, do not fear to take Mary as your wife, for that which is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. 21 She will bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.”
SERMON NOTES
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Joseph Was A Just Man
Joseph Was An Aware Man
Joseph Was A Courageous Man
Mary Was A Humble Servant
Mary Was A Faithful Mother
Mary Was A Courageous Christian
GROUP STUDY
READ
Matthew 1:18-21
REVIEW
List some of the noble characteristics of Joseph, Jesus’ earthly father.
List some of the finer qualities of Mary, the mother of Jesus.
What was the Annunciation?
What was the Magnificat?
REFLECT
What do you think of the advice: “Praise publicly. Criticize privately.”?
What do you think about Theotokos?
RESPOND
What are some ways the lives of Joseph and Mary challenge you to be a more committed and courageous christian?