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Ruth: How God Redeems His People Ruth 1 Ruth is more than a story about loyalty or romance. It reveals a God who sovereignly redeems unlikely people through a Redeemer, ultimately pointing to King Jesus and His plan of salvation. Sermon Preached by Bryan Martinez on July 12, 2026 Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus. https://foothill.church
Guest speaker and MBC World Partner Eric Yee opens Matthew's Gospel by showing how the genealogy of Jesus is not a passage to skip, but a powerful “season one recap” of God's redemptive story. From Abraham to David, from exile to Christ, Matthew shows that God always keeps his word, sovereignly came through sinners for sinners, and began a new creation in Jesus. This message connects the family line of Christ to the mission of God among the nations, reminding us that Jesus is the long-awaited Son of Abraham, Son of David, and Savior of sinners from every tribe, tongue, and people. Because Christ has come, may we trust God's promises, rejoice in his mercy, and live as a new-creation people sent for the sake of the gospel.
Genealogies in the Bible… yawn, yawn, right? No, they're fascinating! Tune-in as I interview an expert, Dr Robert Carter. You're sure to learn something surprising!
Genealogies in the Bible… yawn, yawn, right? No, they're fascinating! Tune-in as I interview an expert, Dr Robert Carter. You're sure to learn something surprising!
Lutheran Preaching and Teaching from St. John Random Lake, Wisconsin
June 1, 2026
Luke: To the Least, the Last, & the Lost - Luke 3.23-38Jobey McGintyWe might think that difficult passages in the Bible—like confusing genealogies or apparent contradictions—undermine its reliability. However, Luke's record of Jesus' lineage (Luke 3:23–38) proves the opposite. By tracing Christ back to Adam, Luke demonstrates that the gospel is rooted in actual history, not abstract ideas. Genealogies aren't mistakes; they are intentional records showing God working through sinners and outsiders. Jesus entered our broken family lines to redeem them, proving He is both the Son of David and the Son of God. These details exist so you can have "certainty" in what you believe (Luke 1:4).
The Unedited Genealogy of Jesus “This is the genealogy of Jesus the Messiah…” — Matthew 1:1 We are accustomed to telling our stories selectively. We polish the edges, omit the failures, and highlight the moments that make us appear respectable. Scripture itself records that genealogies were often written this way—compressed, edited, and curated. Yet when Matthew opens his Gospel, he does something startling. He edits, yes—but not the way we would expect. He leaves the shame in. The family line of Jesus Christ is not a showcase of uninterrupted virtue. It is a record of sinners, scandals, and severe moral collapse. Judah and Tamar. Rahab the prostitute. Ruth the outsider. David and “the wife of Uriah.” Kings who shed innocent blood and led God's people into darkness. Matthew does not blur these names into obscurity; he underlines them. He insists that we see the Messiah standing at the end of a long, broken line. This is not carelessness—it is purposeful. God is telling us something essential about the heart of redemption. If Jesus were ashamed of broken people, He would have edited them out of His own family tree. But He did not. The people we would hide are the very people God highlights. The people we would disqualify are the people God deliberately includes. From the beginning, the incarnation declares that Jesus did not come from sanitized humanity, but from real humanity—and therefore He has come for it. Here is the first truth we must face: anyone can belong to His family. Not because sin does not matter, but because grace matters more. The genealogy preaches before Jesus ever speaks. It announces that doubt, failure, addiction, and disgrace do not place you beyond reach—they place you precisely within the kind of reach Christ came to extend. The bloodline of Jesus says to the least and the lost, “There is room.” But Matthew presses us further. This family tree also reveals that God redeems what we assume is ruined. David's greatest failure is not erased; it is transformed. From a union marked by adultery and death comes Solomon—and through Solomon, the promises of God move forward. Redemption does not deny the damage of sin, but it refuses to let sin have the final word. God takes what we are most ashamed of and makes it the very place where His life breaks through. What we call disqualifying, He calls redeemable. What we bury, He resurrects. Do not ask whether Jesus can handle your past. Look at His genealogy. Do not wonder if your worst mistake is too far gone. Look at the cross, where the Son of God was hung on a tree, covered in the full weight of human shame, so that shame would no longer own us. The question is not whether He can redeem—it is whether you will hand Him what needs redeeming. Bring it into the light. Invite Him into the place you avoid. He is not embarrassed by your story. He entered history precisely to transform it. Let Him.
The Gospel of Matthew's genealogy is a treasure trove of symbolism, revealing essential truths about Jesus' heritage and mission. In a culture where lineage was synonymous with identity, let’s learn along with the Hearing Jesus podcast, how Matthew strategically crafts his genealogy as a bridge connecting the messianic promises to their fulfillment in Jesus. This was pivotal for the Jewish audience, signifying Jesus as the awaited Messiah who would restore Israel. Ee61. Hearing Jesus podcast available at https://amzn.to/45aCDeZ Hearing Jesus for Kids podcast at https://amzn.to/46R1TIC Rachael Groll books at https://amzn.to/45sUSLo Gospel of Matthew available at https://amzn.to/3sxXmZS ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK https://amzn.to/3POlrUD (Amazon gives us credit at NO extra charge to you). Mark Vinet's TIMELINE video channel: https://youtube.com/c/TIMELINE_MarkVinet Mark's HISTORY OF NORTH AMERICA podcast: www.parthenonpodcast.com/history-of-north-america Website: https://markvinet.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.vinet.9 Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoricalJesu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denarynovels Mark's books: https://amzn.to/3k8qrGM Audio credits: Hearing Jesus podcast with Rachael Groll, episode 377: The Genealogy of Matthew (Life Audio, Salem Web Network). Audio excerpts reproduced under the Fair Use (Fair Dealings) Legal Doctrine for purposes such as criticism, comment, teaching, education, scholarship, research and news reporting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Your Story in the Christmas Story: Lessons from the Genealogy of Jesus-Matthew 1:1-17 by Chaplain Braswell
Title: A Better Family TreeScripture Reading: Matthew 1:1-2, 16-17Series: A Better StoryIn this episode of A Better Story, co-host Katie Hartline joins the discussion to unpack the surprisingly messy family tree of Jesus found in Matthew 1. We explore why God chose to include outsiders, deceivers, and even a king who practiced human sacrifice in the lineage of the Messiah. Discover how this "unsanitized" genealogy proves that God doesn't just fix the past—He redeems it, offering hope to every broken family and individual today.
The genealogy of Jesus is a genealogy of grace. See how and be encouraged as Brett Andrews shares. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below.If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!
The genealogy of Jesus is a genealogy of grace. See how and be encouraged as Brett Andrews shares. Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below.If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!
December 14, 2025Pastor Matt KendrickThe Genealogy of JesusLuke 3:23-38In Luke 3, we see the genealogy of Jesus. These verses are some of the most important words written in world history. They are part of God's master plan from the very beginning, to verify Jesus' credentials as the Messiah— the Christ.Thank you for listening!For more info on Redemption City Church check out our website. If you'd like to connect with us further, please fill out a Connection Card and one of our staff will get in touch with you.Follow us on on social media: Instagram, Facebook and YouTube
Grace in the Genealogy of Jesus (Matthew Chapter 1) - Sunday, 14th December 2025.1 Tamar. Matthew 1:3 - And Judas begat Phares and Zara of Thamar; and Phares begat Esrom; and Esrom begat Aram;2. Rahab the Harlot. Matthew 1:5 - And Salmon begat Booz of Rachab; and Booz begat Obed of Ruth; and Obed begat Jesse;3. Ruth the Moabitess. Matthew 1:5 - And Salmon begat Booz of Rachab; and Booz begat Obed of Ruth; and Obed begat Jesse;4. Bathsheba the adulteress. Matthew 1:6 - And Jesse begat David the king; and David the king begat Solomon of her that had been the wife of Urias;
Series: N/AService: Sun AMType: SermonSpeaker: John Pollard
Pastor Patrick Cobb Luke 3:23-38
Sermon from Aaron Anderson on December 7, 2025
Behold Your GodThe Genealogy of Jesus ChristBrian Peterson12/07/25Matthew 1:1-17
Uncover the message of hope and renewal in Jesus' genealogy from Matthew's Gospel, showcasing God's transformative work through a lineage of imperfect people. Learn how this diverse ancestry embodies the promise of redemption, breaking down barriers and offering peace, joy, and love to all.Add St. Marcus as your church on the Church Center App!Fill out our online connection cardHow can we pray for you? If you'd like to leave an offering or monetary donation to our ministry please click here.
Four Features of the Genealogy of Jesus… 1st-A PERTINENT Beginning, v. 23a 2nd-A PROFOUND Theology, v. 23b 3rd-A PREVALENT Connection, vv. 24-31 4th-A POWERFUL Summary, vv. 31-38
Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHMatthew 1:1-17Finding Hope In The Genealogy of Jesus1. Because God is telling a big Story, v. 1Genesis 3:15Psalm 89:49-51Genesis 2:42. Because God uses imperfect people as a part of His story, v. 2-15a) Tamarb) Rahabc) Ruthd) Bathshebae) King Solomonf) Manassehg) Jacob3. Because of the virgin birth the perfection of Jesus is sufficient for yourimperfection, v. 16Matthew 1:16Isaiah 7:10-14Romans 5:12-144. Because God was at work then and is now, v. 17Romans 5:1-5Mental worship...1. How often do you feel connected to the bigness of the Story God is telling?2. Do you most often use your imperfection as an excuse or your perfection inChrist as an explanation?3. How does the doctrine of original sin help you explain the state of the world, aperson's need for the redemption that is found only in Christ and the doctrine ofthe virgin birth?4. Do you ever confuse the “then” and the “now” of the Christian life?5. Have you developed enough character to be a hopeful person?
Hebron Christian Church 11/30/25 sermon
Jason Tyrell is preaching from the Book of Matthew
If you could rewrite your family story, what would you change? In Week 2 of Citizens of Heaven, Executive Pastor Moises Bejarano takes us through the surprising genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1—filled with brokenness, scandal, outsiders, and redemption. From Tamar's shame to Rahab's redemption, Ruth's faith, and David's failure, we see that Jesus didn't comefrom a perfect family—He came FOR imperfect families like ours. If you've ever felt unworthy, unwanted, or too far gone, this message will remind you: Jesus isn't ashamed of your story—He came to redeem it. Comment below: What part of your story have you seen God redeem? Take your next step at sunrisechurch.org or text NEXT to 909.281.7797 Subscribe for more in the Citizens of Heaven series! #CitizensOfHeaven #MoisesBejarano #SunriseChurchCA #JesusFamily #Redemption #GraceForAll #Matthew1 - NEXT STEPS Looking to take your next step? We want to help! Text the word NEXT to 909-281-7797 or visit sunrisechurch.org/nextsteps. - GIVE TO SUNRISE CHURCH Imagine what God can do through our giving. You can give today at sunrisechurch.org/give - FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SunriseChurchCA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunrisechurchca Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/SunriseChurch
Have you ever felt trapped by a label—something someone called you, or a mistake from your past that stuck? In Joshua 2, we meet Rahab the prostitute, a woman whose entire identity was defined by her brokenness. But Rahab made a bold choice: she believed that “the Lord your God is God in heaven above and on earth below.” Her faith led her to protect Israel's spies, and through a scarlet cord in her window, her entire family was saved when Jericho fell. That scarlet cord echoes the blood of the Passover lamb—and ultimately, the blood of Jesus. Your past does not disqualify you from God's future. The labels others give you—or the ones you put on yourself—are not the labels God places on you. Like Rahab, your story can be rewritten by faith in the God who redeems. So, what labels are you still carrying? And how might God want to transform them into a testimony of His grace?"
The Jesus bloodline refers to the proposition that a lineal sequence of the historical Jesus has persisted, possibly to the present time. Although absent from the Gospels or historical records, the concept of Jesus having descendants has gained a presence in the public imagination, as seen with Holy Blood, Holy Grail a book by Michael Baigent, Richard Leigh, and Henry Lincoln and Dan Brown's 2003 best-selling novel The Da Vinci Code. These claimed Jesus's bloodlines are distinct from the biblical genealogy of Jesus, which concerns the ancestors of Jesus, and from the alleged Brothers of Jesus and other kin of Jesus, known as the Desposyni. Joel continues to peel back the layers shrouding the mystery of the supposed Bloodlines of Jesus Christ. He looks at the origins of the Knights Templar and how their roots go back to not only the Priory of Sion but Rex Deus and the Essenes. He then takes a look at the hidden relationship between the Templars and the Islamic Assassins and how they both professed outwardly their devotion to Christianity and Islam but secretly practiced esoteric Gnosticism coupled with devotion to hiding hidden bloodlines. He also peers into Rosslyn Chapel, the secrets it holds, including Freemasonic treasures along with the Holy Grail. Finally, Joel lays out the Gnostic blueprint for hiding the genealogy of Jesus and Mary Magdalene and what became of their purported children. Buy Me A Coffee: Donate Website: https://linktr.ee/joelthomasmedia Follow: Instagram | X | Facebook Watch: YouTube | Rumble Music: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music Films: merkelfilms.com Email: freetherabbitspodcast@gmail.com Distributed by: merkel.media Produced by: @jack_theproducer INTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Free The Rabbits YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Imposter YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify
Fr. Mike talks about how God can bring great triumph from great brokenness as we read the messy story of Judah and Tamar. Today's readings are Genesis 38, Job 29-30, and Proverbs 3:28-32. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.