Matthew 1:18-25 Key Verse: But after he had considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, "Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit." Matthew 1:20 Joseph is yet another key player in God's plan of salvation. He is descended from Abraham, from the tribe of Judah and of the house of David. Physically, it makes sense that he could be chosen to be the father of the Messiah. Joseph, however, is more than just physically appropriate. He also has the character and attitude that the Lord can work with. Even before the angel told him that Mary was telling the truth, Joseph showed great love and restraint in wanting to protect Mary from public disgrace. Joseph had to swallow a lot of pride and personal dreams and ambitions to follow God's call on his life. He had to endure the shame of a pregnant, unwed mother for a wife. He wou...
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