After a two week break for Thanksgiving, we are returning to our Wednesday night Bible discussion. We will discuss the birth of Jesus, our Savior!

Notes for: The birth of Jesus according to Matthew 1.18-25

Let’s read how Matthew presents the birth of Christ.

Who are the people in this portion of the Bible?


In the Jewish culture, what does the phrase ‘Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph’ mean? (Jewish marriage customs & our customs)

What do we discover about Joseph’s character by his actions?

What could have been going through Joseph’s mind when the angel said that your son, ‘will save his people from their sins’?


What value do you think dreams have?

Jesus is the Greek form of Joshua, which means the Lord saves.

Let’s compare Isaiah 7:14 & Isaiah 9:6.
Let’s compare Joseph’s actions to Boaz’s actions in the book of Ruth.

How can I apply this portion of the Bible to my daily life?
Is the application of this a little old guy with a white beard and a red suit?

Please apply any personal insights to your life this week.

SPECS on Bible study
S - sin to confess and stop

P - promise to have or keep

E - example to follow

C - command to do or obey

S - stumbling block or problem to avoid or go around