The Greatest Story Ever Foretold
The Hope of Christmas
Sin is Always the Problem Jesus Christ and the Gospel is Always the Answer
People Miss the Message of Christ’s Coming
People Miss the Meaning of Christ’s Coming
How does the Birth of Jesus give hope to all mankind?
- Genealogy
Human Heredity - (vss. 1-17)
The Hope of the World is anchored in the Old Testament
3 Parts
- Abraham to David - God's Sovereign Grace in the World
- David to Exile in Bablyon - God's Singular Purpose in OT History
- Exile to Jesus - God's Saving Work in the World
Divine Heredity (vss. 18-25)
Isaiah 7:14 Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.
Jesus is the Virgin Born , Son of God
2. Names
Jesus
Christ
Immanuel
The lineage of Jesus answers the questions of
- Race in the plan of God
- Are we alone?
- How can I be helped with my sin?