Podcasts about Matthew 1

This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about.When his mother Mary was betrothed to Joseph,but before they lived together,she was found with child through the Holy Spirit.Joseph her husband, since he was a righteous man,yet unwilling to expose her to shame,decided to divorce her quietly.Such was his intention when, behold,the angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said,“Joseph, son of David,do not be afraid to take Mary your wife into your home.For it is through the Holy Spiritthat this child has been conceived in her.She will bear a son and you are to name him Jesus,because he will save his people from their sins.”All this took place to fulfillwhat the Lord had said through the prophet:Behold, the virgin shall be with child and bear a son,and they shall name him Emmanuel,which means “God is with us.”When Joseph awoke,he did as the angel of the Lord had commanded himand took his wife into his home.He had no relations with her until she bore a son,and he named him Jesus.

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Join as Pastor John challenges us concerning the Name of Jesus. Wonderful, Counselor, The Mighty God, Prince of Peace, The Everlasting Father. 

Welcome to the Daily Disciple Podcast. As daily disciples, we seek to adore and follow Jesus, our teacher, into the abundant life that he offers. Because we find Jesus irresistible, fascinating, and incredibly practical, we want to be students of his scripture. Today's episode is found in Matthew 1 "Be Present."

The book of the genealogy of Jesus Christ,the son of David, the son of Abraham.Abraham became the father of Isaac,Isaac the father of Jacob,Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers.Judah became the father of Perez and Zerah,whose mother was Tamar.Perez became the father of Hezron,Hezron the father of Ram,Ram the father of Amminadab.Amminadab became the father of Nahshon,Nahshon the father of Salmon,Salmon the father of Boaz,whose mother was Rahab.Boaz became the father of Obed,whose mother was Ruth.Obed became the father of Jesse,Jesse the father of David the king.David became the father of Solomon,whose mother had been the wife of Uriah.Solomon became the father of Rehoboam,Rehoboam the father of Abijah,Abijah the father of Asaph.Asaph became the father of Jehoshaphat,Jehoshaphat the father of Joram,Joram the father of Uzziah.Uzziah became the father of Jotham,Jotham the father of Ahaz,Ahaz the father of Hezekiah.Hezekiah became the father of Manasseh,Manasseh the father of Amos,Amos the father of Josiah.Josiah became the father of Jechoniah and his brothersat the time of the Babylonian exile.After the Babylonian exile,Jechoniah became the father of Shealtiel,Shealtiel the father of Zerubbabel,Zerubbabel the father of Abiud.Abiud became the father of Eliakim,Eliakim the father of Azor,Azor the father of Zadok.Zadok became the father of Achim,Achim the father of Eliud,Eliud the father of Eleazar.Eleazar became the father of Matthan,Matthan the father of Jacob,Jacob the father of Joseph, the husband of Mary.Of her was born Jesus who is called the Christ.Thus the total number of generationsfrom Abraham to Davidis fourteen generations;from David to the Babylonian exile, fourteen generations;from the Babylonian exile to the Christ,fourteen generations.

An Inconvenient Obedience : Matthew 1:15-21 : Pastor Jackson Crum : 12-14-25 by Park Community Church

December 17, 2025 In this week's podcast, Pastor Mike and Randy discuss how politics is downstream of heart transformation, and why it is important to affirm the Bible's claim of Jesus' virgin birth.

Welcome to the Daily Disciple Podcast. As daily disciples, we seek to adore and follow Jesus, our teacher, into the abundant life that he offers. Because we find Jesus irresistible, fascinating, and incredibly practical, we want to be students of his scripture. Today's episode is found in Matthew 1 "Not What I Expected."

A potential public disgrace, a private dream, and one heck of a birth announcement! As we come to the close of Advent, Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy explore Joseph's angelic visitation. What would the cost have been for Joseph to break to break off his engagement, what do we miss by not reading Jesus' genealogy, and how will Jesus as "Emmanuel" be the fulfillment of God's desire for us?Questions for Further Discussion:Themes and ApplicationMuch attention is given to Joseph as a central figure—his righteousness, his discernment, and his quiet obedience. What stands out to you about Joseph's role in this story?The genealogy in Matthew includes figures marked by scandal, outsider status, or complexity. Why do you think Matthew intentionally highlights these “messy” ancestors at the very start of the Gospel?Peter noted that Matthew presents Jesus as both Son of David and Son of God. How do you hear these two identities working together in the story?Personal ReflectionJoseph wrestles internally before receiving clarity through a dream. Can you recall a time when you had to make a difficult decision before having all the answers?Dreams in Scripture are described as moments of divine communication rather than random mental activity. How open are you to the idea that God might speak through unexpected or liminal experiences?Elizabeth notes that Joseph never speaks in the Gospel—he simply acts. How comfortable are you with faithful action that goes unseen or unacknowledged?Broader Spiritual ConsiderationsThe clergy describe Jesus' birth as a new act of creation, echoing Genesis. What does it mean to think of salvation as God doing something entirely new rather than fixing something old?The discussion raises questions about how Christians read Jewish Scripture responsibly. What responsibilities do we have when interpreting sacred texts that are shared across traditions?As Advent draws to a close, how does this passage invite you to wait differently—not just for Christmas, but for God's presence in everyday life?Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

December 16, 2025

The genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1 reveals God's incredible plan to use imperfect people for His perfect purposes. Five women are mentioned in Christ's lineage, each with a shocking story: Tamar the deceiver, Rahab the prostitute, Ruth the foreigner, Bathsheba the victim, and Mary the humble servant. Their inclusion demonstrates that God justifies sinners, welcomes outsiders, and redeems broken stories. Jesus came from a dysfunctional family tree filled with prostitutes, murderers, and victims of abuse, yet His legacy changed the world. Your family background doesn't define your future—God can use your story for His glory.

Sarah Stenson and Lars Olson teach us in today's episode that the temptation with this text is to tone down just how crazy this story is into something tame, understandable, and familiar. But, as you'll hear, this story is truly out of this world. Joseph thought his righteousness came from the law and his gentle demeanor toward Mary. Instead of stoning her, he was divorcing her quietly. Isn't he a good guy? But God's word came to Joseph in a dream and changed him forevermore. God is with us. You are out of time to save yourself. Now it's up to God's mercy through His Son, Jesus. CHALLENGE GRANTA Luther House of Study donor is sponsoring a challenge grant. If you sponsor one podcast episode by the end of the year, another podcast episode will be sponsored on your behalf. If you'd like to have your donation doubled, email Sarah Stenson at sarah@lhos.org or go to lutherhouseofstudy.org/donate CARE OF SOULS - ADDICTIONLutheran pastors and theologians come together to explore the deeply personal and pastoral task of preaching to and caring for those struggling with life's challenging situations: addiction, death, family disharmony, and more. Rooted in the theology of the cross and the Lutheran tradition of radical grace, this series offers both theological depth and practical guidance for pastors, church workers, and lay leaders.With conversations, real-life stories, and reflections from the front lines of ministry, Care of Souls equips listeners to enter the broken places of addiction not with easy answers, but with the crucified and risen Christ.Because in the end, it's not about fixing people—it's about preaching the Gospel.Care of Souls - AddictionSING TO THE LORD Martin Luther said, "Next to the word of God, the art of music is the greatest treasure in the world." To understand the importance of hymnody in the Lutheran church, Lars Olson and Mason Van Essen sit down with Zachary Brockhoff to discuss the lectionary's hymns, their meaning and history, and how the music preaches the Gospel. 

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Pastor Mark WalkerMatthew 1:18-25For more information please visit:https://nampacollegechurch.com

Welcome to the Daily Disciple Podcast. As daily disciples, we seek to adore and follow Jesus, our teacher, into the abundant life that he offers. Because we find Jesus irresistible, fascinating, and incredibly practical, we want to be students of his scripture. Today's episode is found in Matthew 1 "Stay In the Game."

What can a genealogy tell us about Jesus, our King? It tells us that Jesus is a covenant keeping Messiah, a gracious Messiah and a redeeming Messiah. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on December 14, 2025.

Pastor Tyler Downing in Matthew 1:18-25 invites us to honor the Lord by faithfully embracing the specific life He's ordained for us, using Joseph as an example of compassionate justice, obedient faith, and humble recognition of his own need for a Savior as he names the child “Jesus.” He ties Joseph's story to our own deep longings, echoing C.S. Lewis' insight that desires this world can't satisfy point us to the reality that we were made for another world, and ultimately for Christ Himself.

Discover the overlooked heart of Christmas in this powerful sermon from Pastor Brandon. While holidays bring warmth, traditions, and songs, the true point of Christmas is salvation – Jesus came to save us from our sins, not just to bring good feelings.Based on Matthew 1:18-25, this message explains why we can't save ourselves through "good person theology," how the virgin birth and Jesus' name reveal God's grace, and why salvation is a free gift through trust in Christ alone.Key takeaways:-Christmas isn't about earning God's favor – Jesus does 100% of the saving.-God interrupts our failure with grace.-Stop trying to be your own savior; trust Jesus for rest and new life.Timestamps:- Welcome & Introduction to Salvation in Christmas- Why Holiday Feelings Fall Short- Reading Matthew 1:18-25- Good Person Theology vs. Gospel Grace- The Meaning of Jesus' Name & Virgin Birth- Grace Interrupts Failure- Emmanuel: God With Us- Our Need for Salvation Today- Communion & Closing Prayer

On Sunday, we stepped into one of the most challenging and quietly unsettling questions of the Christmas story: Do I really have to believe in the virgin birth? For many, this is not a question rooted in rebellion, but in honesty. Matthew does not shame that question. Instead, he invites us to approach it with humility, curiosity, and courage.Rather than asking us to believe the impossible, Matthew shows us that the virgin birth declares something unavoidable: God is with us. Not after life gets cleaned up. Not once our questions are resolved. But right in the middle of confusion, waiting, regret, and brokenness. The virgin birth is not about suspending our intellect. It is about surrendering our pride and discovering a God who enters human history on our terms, not His.Below are two tools to help you carry Sunday's message into your week: the Sermon Notes to revisit what we explored together, and this Sunday to Monday Guide to help you pray, reflect, and discuss God's Word personally or in community.Let this truth shape your week: God does not wait for the world to be ready. He comes to us where we are. May this reminder deepen your confidence that Jesus is not intimidated by the parts of your story you wish were different. He is Immanuel, God with us, even there.

Following Jesus: The Book of Matthew

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Pastor Kyle walks through Matthew 1:18-25, looking at the moment the angel appears to Joseph in a dream. In the middle of fear, confusion, and what felt like betrayal, God meets Joseph with reassurance, direction, and a deeper purpose than he could see. This message invites us to consider how God often works through unexpected circumstances—not just for us, but in us and with us—forming our character, shaping our faith, and reminding us that He is near. In this message, we see: - Why suffering and confusion often tempt us to isolate—and why God designed us to walk through them in community - How Joseph chose character over reputation, trusting God even when the cost was personal and public - The angel's words, “Do not fear,” and what they reveal about trusting God with an uncertain future - The meaning behind the two names given to Jesus: Jesus — “The Lord saves,” reminding us we cannot rescue ourselves. Immanuel — “God with us,” pointing to the miracle of the Incarnation - How Joseph's simple, obedient response shows us what surrender looks like when life doesn't go as planned - This sermon reminds us that God is not distant from our pain or confusion. He steps into it—present, purposeful, and faithful to keep His promises.

December 14, 2025Jeff Wolfe

Send me a Text Message!This will be my 31st Christmas at Calvary. 31 years of reading and preaching from the same old stories of Christmas, but to be honest, they never get old. What we celebrate at Christmas is so wondrously holy. The heaven's opened up and poured the uncontainable blessings and unmistakable presence of Immanuel God with us. Every year that I think I know it all, I'm reintroduced to the wonder and awe of that truth. And if you think about it, there are some pretty amazing Christmas stories filled with heaven on earth moments. So in this episode, as we take a break from Revelation, we're going to look at an  ordinary Joe, that probably doesn't have main character energy. But this ordinary Joe can teach us more than a little bit about faith! 

God kept His promise to save His people by sending His Son and dwelling among them.

sermon series: Advent: Mothers of the Messiah sermon date: December 14, 2025

From Matthew 1:18-25 we see the difficulty and the impact of Joseph's obedience to take his part in the coming of the Messiah to save the world.

Derek Brover (Family Ministries Pastor) | Angel's Song, Ep. 3 | Dec 14, 2025

2025.12.04 What's In A Name? | Matthew 1:1-25 | Jay Mitchell by EP Church Annapolis

December 14, 2025 In this week's sermon, Pastor Mike Moses looks to Christ's unique conception to show us the Savior's sinlessness.

Sermon given on 12/14/25.

Matthew 1:18-25 “What's in a Name?”Series: Christmas from the Gospel of Matthew Preacher: Will SpinkSunday MorningDate: 14th December 2025Passage: Matthew 1:18-25

Matthew 1-18-25 - A Simple Message for Not So Simple Times by Chaplain Braswell

December 14, 2025 - Matthew 1;18-25 - Matt Yoder by stonebridgeboone

What does it take for promises and prophecies to become real for us? Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus, shows us what can happen when they do. Vicar Schroeder walks through the lessons we can learn from Joseph, and how they lead us to the undeniable conclusion that God is really with us this Christmas. Vicar Schroeder's sermon preached at Faith on December 14, 2025. Intro/Outro Music: “Depth of Field” by David Hilowitz

Message from Ross Shannon on December 14, 2025

The Christmas story is often viewed through the lens of a cozy Nativity scene—peaceful, beautiful, and picture-perfect. But was the journey of Jesus' parents, Mary and Joseph, truly that simple? Join Pastor Derek Holmes as he dives into the biblical account in Matthew 1:18-25 and unpacks the extraordinary, and often incredibly challenging, faith journey of this young couple. What You Will Learn: The Unexpected Call: Discover the immense personal and social difficulty Mary and Joseph faced when called to be part of God's redemption plan. This was a path filled with uncertainty, risk, and potential shame. The Reality of Following God: See how their story powerfully illustrates that faith is not always easy. Following God's will can be "hard to follow," demanding difficult choices and deep trust. The Greater Reward: Explore the profound truth that even when the path is difficult, the ultimate reward—participating in God's plan and experiencing His glory—is immeasurably great. God's Constant Presence: Be encouraged by the assurance that God is not absent in our trials. Just as He was with Mary and Joseph, His presence (Immanuel) is with us as we step out in faith. This message will challenge you to look past the stained-glass image of Christmas and embrace the courageous, messy reality of a life lived by faith. Key Takeaways from This Sermon: -Following God's will requires radical obedience and a willingness to embrace the difficult. -The life of faith is not a comfortable journey, but a transformative adventure. -The promise of "God with us" is the greatest strength in times of uncertainty. Press play and be challenged to trust God's plan, even when it's "Hard to Follow."

A sermon on Matthew 1:18-23 by pastor Andrew Dionne. Preached on December 14, 2025 at Trinity Presbyterian Church (Evangel Presbytery) in Spartanburg, SC.

This week Pastor Tim Wisehart kicks off our series Wise Men Still Seek Him. Join us as we follow the birth of Jesus and Gods plan for our lives in Matthew 1.

Matthew 1:22–25 - All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had spoken by the prophet: [23] “Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel” (which means, God with us). [24] When Joseph woke from sleep, he did as the angel of the Lord commanded him: he took his wife, [25] but knew her not until she had given birth to a son. And he called his name Jesus. (ESV) Beginning January 1 - 2026 - A new DAILY podcast will be available to help you wind down, reset your mind on God’s truth, and prepare for a night of rest and rejuvenation. “The Daily Mindset” will launch on the podcast player of your choice on January 1, 2026. Subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode: https://EveningMindset.com