Jesus is King!

The book of Matthew focuses on Jesus as King. Language, topics, Scripture quotations from the Old Testament all emphasize Jesus royalty. Keep this in mind as you read Matthew. In chapter two Matthew purposely presents us with a contrast of two kings. Herod is an earthly king, with an earthly, self centered focus. Herod will protect his position at all costs--and proves it by killing children! Jesus is a heavenly king, with a focus on bringing salvation to helpless people. Jesus will provide salvation for his subjects regardless of the cost--and proves this by dieing on the cross! Amazing! A ruler, a King who comes to serve! Let's be like our King. Scott

Mary

Consider how frustrated Mary must have been trying to communicate the virgin birth to her betrothal Joseph. And guess what? He didn't believe her. The days between Joseph discovering her pregnancy and his angelic visitor were certainly trying for Mary. I imagine she had multiple conversations with God that went something like this, "Please make Joseph understand!" God brought her through her trouble and he will do the same for us!

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