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Gospel Matthew 1:1-17 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 brothers at 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 generations from Abraham to David is fourteen generations; from David to the Babylonian exile, fourteen generations; from the Babylonian exile to the Christ, fourteen generations. Reflection If you happen to be a lecture in a parish, and comes your turn to be the reader you're hoping is not this reading. It's so interesting because people say, well, why does this matter? And it does matter essentially to understand how God is working in your life, and in my life. He's so connected to the ordinary. You're listening to a kind of an ancestral.com report about who your relatives are. And it's interesting and curious to think that your generations go back, but can you realize that what God is saying is, from the beginning of time, I have been working with ordinary people in ordinary circumstances, slowly enabling them to grow and evolve and change until they were ripe and ready to receive the most extraordinary gift. Mary, being infused with the Holy Spirit and giving birth to Jesus. It happened naturally. It continues to grow and happen naturally. I look back at the generations in my family and they were different than I am, and each generation somehow learns from the generation before. That's the process of evolving into the people that God calls us to be. The family that ultimately is the final goal is you living in God with God and feeling those around you. Closing Prayer Father, it's hard for us to realize that these things, marvelous things that you have accomplished in the world, were done in such a simple, ordinary, human way. It's all about us understanding how human you are and how your humanity, when it is directed toward us, awakens in us something so natural that we cannot not be drawn to your beauty, your wonder, your grace that comes to us through most ordinary ways. And we ask this in Jesus' name, Amen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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.

Meditación del Evangelio según San Mateo 1, 1-17 por el biblista P. Norberto Padilla, misionero claretiano.Miércoles 17/dic/2025, Genealogía de Jesucristo, hijo de David.Canción: Ven y reina (2019), de Eloy Baeza----------Lectura del santo evangelio según san Mateo 1, 1-17Genealogía de Jesucristo, hijo de David, hijo de Abraham. Abraham engendró a Isaac, Isaac a Jacob, Jacob a Judá y a sus hermanos. Judá engendró de Tamar a Fares y a Zara, Fares a Esrom, Esrom a Aram. Aram a Aminadab, Aminadab a Naasón, Naasón a Salmón. Salmón engendró de Rahab a Booz, Booz engendró de Rut a Obed, Obed a Jesse. Jesse engendró a David, el rey. David, de la mujer de Urías, engendró a Salomón. Salomón a Roboam, Roboam a Abías, Abías a Asa. Asa a Josafat, Josafat a Joram, Joram a Uzías. Uzías a Jotam, Jotam a Acaz, Acaz a Ezequías. Ezequías engendró a Manasés, Manasés a Amós, Amós a Josías. Josías engendró a Jeconías y a sus hermanos, cuando el destierro de Babilonia. Después del destierro de Babilonia, Jeconías engendró a Salatiel, Salatiel a Zorobabel. Zorobabel a Abiud, Abiud a Eliaquim, Eliaquim a Azor. Azor a Sadoc, Sadoc a Aquim, Aquim a Eliud. Eliud a Eleazar, Eleazar a Matán, Matán a Jacob; y Jacob engendró a José, el esposo de María, de la cual nació Jesús, llamado el Cristo. Así las generaciones desde Abraham a David fueron en total catorce; desde David hasta la deportación a Babilonia, catorce; y desde la deportación a Babilonia hasta el Mesías, catorce.Palabra del Señor... Gloria a ti, Señor Jesús#SoyClaretiano #Evangelio #MisionerosClaretianos #CMFAntillasIntro: Lámpara Es Tu Palabra, de Ain Karem

+ Evangelio de nuestro Señor Jesucristo según san Mateo 1, 1-17      Genealogía de Jesucristo, hijo de David, hijo de Abraham:      Abraham fue padre de Isaac; Isaac, padre de Jacob; Jacob, padre de Judá y de sus hermanos. Judá fue padre de Fares y de Zará, y la madre de estos fue Tamar. Fares fue padre de Esrón; Esrón, padre de Arám; Arám, padre de Aminadab; Aminadab, padre de Naasón; Naasón, padre de Salmón. Salmón fue padre de Booz, y la madre de este fue Rahab. Booz fue padre de Obed, y la madre de este fue Rut. Obed fue padre de Jesé; Jesé, padre del rey David.      David fue padre de Salomón, y la madre de este fue la que había sido mujer de Urías. Salomón fue padre de Roboám; Roboám, padre de Abías; Abías, padre de Asá; Asá, padre de Josafat; Josafat, padre de Jorám; Jorám, padre de Ozías. Ozías fue padre de Joatám; Joatám, padre de Acaz; Acaz, padre de Ezequías; Ezequías, padre de Manasés. Manasés fue padre de Amón; Amón, padre de Josías; Josías, padre de Jeconías y de sus hermanos, durante el destierro en Babilonia.      Después del destierro en Babilonia: Jeconías fue padre de Salatiel; Salatiel, padre de Zorobabel; Zorobabel, padre de Abiud; Abiud, padre de Eliacím; Eliacím, padre de Azor. Azor fue padre de Sadoc; Sadoc, padre de Aquím; Aquím, padre de Eliud; Eliud, padre de Eleazar; Eleazar, padre de Matán; Matán, padre de Jacob. Jacob fue padre de José, el esposo de María, de la cual nació Jesús, que es llamado Cristo.      El total de las generaciones es, por lo tanto: desde Abraham hasta David, catorce generaciones; desde David hasta el destierro en Babilonia, catorce generaciones; desde el destierro en Babilonia hasta Cristo, catorce generaciones.Palabra del Señor

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Mt 1,1-17.Genealogía de Jesucristo, hijo de David, hijo de Abraham:Abraham fue padre de Isaac; Isaac, padre de Jacob; Jacob, padre de Judá y de sus hermanos.Judá fue padre de Fares y de Zará, y la madre de estos fue Tamar. Fares fue padre de Esrón;Esrón, padre de Arám; Arám, padre de Aminadab; Aminadab, padre de Naasón; Naasón, padre de Salmón.Salmón fue padre de Booz, y la madre de este fue Rahab. Booz fue padre de Obed, y la madre de este fue Rut. Obed fue padre de Jesé;Jesé, padre del rey David. David fue padre de Salomón, y la madre de este fue la que había sido mujer de Urías.Salomón fue padre de Roboám; Roboám, padre de Abías; Abías, padre de Asá;Asá, padre de Josafat; Josafat, padre de Jorám; Jorám, padre de Ozías.Ozías fue padre de Joatám; Joatám, padre de Acaz; Acaz, padre de Ezequías;Ezequías, padre de Manasés. Manasés fue padre de Amón; Amón, padre de Josías;Josías, padre de Jeconías y de sus hermanos, durante el destierro en Babilonia.Después del destierro en Babilonia: Jeconías fue padre de Salatiel; Salatiel, padre de Zorobabel;Zorobabel, padre de Abiud; Abiud, padre de Eliacím; Eliacím, padre de Azor.Azor fue padre de Sadoc; Sadoc, padre de Aquím; Aquím, padre de Eliud;Eliud, padre de Eleazar; Eleazar, padre de Matán; Matán, padre de Jacob.Jacob fue padre de José, el esposo de María, de la cual nació Jesús, que es llamado Cristo.El total de las generaciones es, por lo tanto: desde Abraham hasta David, catorce generaciones; desde David hasta el destierro en Babilonia, catorce generaciones; desde el destierro en Babilonia hasta Cristo, catorce generaciones.

If you've been reflecting on this past year—or a recent season of your life—and feel like you've failed God again, I want you to pause before you decide to “start over.” Because here's the truth: God doesn't want you to start over. He wants to give you a fresh start. In this episode, I share a personal story from my own life—the season after my divorce in 2011—when I had to learn the difference between starting over and starting fresh. Starting over focuses on recreating the same story with the same patterns. But a fresh start allows God to grow you, heal you, and lead you into something brand new. We'll also look at the stories of Rahab and Ruth, two women who chose God's invitation to begin again—not by repeating the past, but by stepping into a future only He could write. ✨ If you're ready to let go of the cycle of “trying again” and receive God's invitation to a true fresh start, this episode will show you what that looks like and how to take your first steps. ⏱️At the end, I'll also share a sneak peek at my upcoming Reset the Love challenge happening in January—an opportunity to reset your heart and walk into 2026 refreshed, renewed, and ready to receive God's love in deeper ways. --------------------   

Unpack the surprising "Christmas list"—the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1:1-17—and rediscover the wonder of God's radical grace working through flawed, messy, and broken people. Learn how Jesus's family tree, featuring outcasts and sinners like Tamar, Rahab, and Bathsheba, assures us that there is no story God cannot redeem.

Pastor Josh continues our sermon series, Island of Misfit Toys. With this Sunday's theme of Rahab the prostitute.

See Advent in a whole new way! In this episode, Brody and JB unpack the previous episode's sermon, exploring why Jesus' genealogy matters and how Advent reveals unexpected depth. Brody traces Jesus' baptism, genealogy, and wilderness temptation, showing a Savior who stands with sinners and confronts evil head-on, all pointing back to the promise in Isaiah 9.We see how grace is woven through Jesus' lineage in the stories of Rahab, Tamar, and Ruth. For anyone carrying wounds, facing injustice, or longing for hope, Advent shows a God who enters our story, bears our burdens, and promises a kingdom of lasting peace.Red Oak ChurchJesus and His Crazy Grandmas | RahabJesus and His Crazy Grandmas | TamarJesus and His Crazy Grandmas | RuthGod of Ruth, God of NowSend us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

Brody explores Jesus' genealogy in Matthew 1 and connects it with Isaiah 9, seeing how God keeps His promises through broken and unexpected people. From Tamar, Rahab, and Ruth to Mary, We see how Jesus' family line tells a story of grace, mercy, and faithfulness in the middle of human failure. Brody also looks at the titles given to Jesus in Isaiah, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace, and what they reveal about the kind of King He is. This Advent series from Red Oak offers hope for anyone who wonders if their past disqualifies them and points us toward the coming kingdom marked by peace, justice, and righteousness.Red Oak ChurchJesus and His Crazy Grandmas | RahabJesus and His Crazy Grandmas | TamarJesus and His Crazy Grandmas | RuthSend us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

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.

In this powerful podcast episode, we dive deep into the reliability of the Gospels and the significance of Jesus' genealogy as presented by Matthew. Join us as we explore the concept of the "criterion of embarrassment" and how it highlights the authenticity of the Gospel accounts. We discuss the fascinating stories of scandalous figures like Rahab and Tamar, who are included in Jesus' lineage, and what this reveals about God's grace and mercy. The episode emphasizes that Jesus does not shy away from dysfunction; instead, He embraces it, showing that everyone, regardless of their past, is a candidate for His love and redemption. As we reflect on our own labels and the burdens we carry, we encourage listeners to consider what labels they have accepted and how they can begin to surrender them to experience the freedom that comes from a relationship with Jesus. Key Topics: -The reliability of the Gospels -The criterion of embarrassment -The significance of Jesus' genealogy -Embracing dysfunction and grace -Surrendering labels and finding freedom ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ We are an alternative to church as usual. Our Sunday worship service is approximately a 75-minute experience designed to introduce people to the message of Jesus and equip believers to live their lives in response to the Gospel while their kids enjoy one of our safe children's environments. Centerpoint is designed to meet you wherever you are on the journey whether you are just checking out the "church thing" or you are a committed Christ follower. Centerpoint is a casual environment that combines today's music with creative media and relevant teaching. We hope you will visit us at Centerpoint Church regardless of what your past church experience has looked like.

Rahab's story in Joshua 6 shows what happens when faith refuses to stay silent. By counting the cost and taking the risk, she courageously shared the way of salvation, and her house became a refuge amid judgment. This message challenges us to live with the same faith, wisdom, and courage so that others in our life might be saved too.

Rahab spent a lifetime in the service of unfaithful men. But in a moment, she is transformed. She is saved. But why is she included in Jesus' genealogy? And what does this mean for us? Join us as we look at the five women listed in Jesus' genealogy, "The Mothers Of Jesus" To support the work and worship of Redeemer, subscribe to our channel and consider supporting us by giving a tax deductible gift at the link below. https://pushpay.com/g/redeemerchurchrockwall

As we prepare to celebrate the birth of Christ, I want to turn our attention to his lineage. Matthew lists generation upon generation that Jesus descended from in his first chapter. Among all the fathers and sons, for family lines followed the men, we find five women mentioned. Each of their stories is unique and each played a role in bringing the events of this holiday to pass. Join me as we learn about Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, Bathsheba and Mary. In these women's stories we see hints of the redemption that was and still is to come. Merry Christmas! Episode recommendations: Elizabeth's Testimony Mary's Magnificat Scripture Referenced: Genesis 3:14-15 Matthew 1 Genesis 38 Joshua 2 and 6 The Book of Ruth 2 Samuel 11-12 Luke 1-2   I am a Connected Families certified parent coach offering small groups for moms, individual parent coaching, and workshops. To learn more, head to https://www.lyssastoyko.com/ Help other mamas find encouragement through Moms Take Ten by rating and reviewing this show. That would be a blessing to both them and me. Thank you for your time! Want to say hello? Follow me on Facebook and Insta @lyssastoyko Email me at momstaketen@gmail.com Image from John Heseltine / Pam Masco / FreeBibleimages.org.

In the scandalous genealogy of Jesus, Rahab—a Canaanite prostitute from a city of chaos—hangs a scarlet cord and trusts God's promise. Her story reveals a jealous God whose fierce, passionate love invades the darkest places, redeems unlikely people, and zealously pursues us on His terms, in His time.

Dan Klaehn, Missionary Harvest Ridge Church

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;

Start with honesty: none of us has a spotless record, and pretending we do only delays the obedience God asks of us today. We dig into the parable of the two sons to show why repentance is measured by action, not memory, and we highlight Rahab's story as a powerful reminder that God writes redemption into the lives of imperfect people who choose faithfulness now.From there, we turn to Titus 2 and get practical about the virtues that steady a home and strengthen a community. Temperance, dignity, sensible speech, and the work of teaching what is good give our faith credibility. Revelation 19 then lifts our eyes, reminding us that the wedding feast of the Lamb and the triumph of the Rider called Faithful and True are not abstract theology but the anchor for perseverance and hope when the world feels hostile and disordered.We round out the conversation with Psalm 147's comfort for the brokenhearted, Proverbs 31's sober counsel to leaders, and a Medal of Honor spotlight on Sylvester Bonnafon Jr. History speaks, too: we read FDR's Pearl Harbor address and Harry Truman's 1949 Christmas message, drawing lessons about courage, clarity, peace, and service. Through Scripture and history, we argue for a life that names evil, loves neighbors, and trusts God for victory. If this resonates, share it with a friend, leave a review, and subscribe so you won't miss what's next. Your reflections help shape future episodes—what truth do you need courage to act on today?Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

This powerful exploration of Joshua chapter 2 takes us beyond the familiar story of Jericho's walls to uncover what it truly means to live with conquering faith. We discover that God hasn't just called us to be intimate worshipers—though that's beautiful and essential—but also to be invincible warriors who push back the gates of hell. The narrative of the two spies finding Rahab becomes a prophetic picture of how God sends us out to be fruitful and multiply His kingdom. What's remarkable is that these spies found the one person in all of Jericho who believed in God, and she happened to be a prostitute whose very name means 'wide and spacious'—a stunning reminder that what we see as impossible, God sees as an opportunity to blow things wide open. We learn four essential pillars of conquering faith: trusting God's process even when it doesn't make sense, trusting His possibilities when circumstances seem hopeless, trusting His providence to provide exactly what we need, and trusting His preparation that goes before us into our future. The message challenges us to stop wandering in our own wilderness of doubt and step into the promised land of victory that God has already secured for us. Every promise we're meant to capture comes with a problem to be conquered, but God has already prepared the solution before we even arrive at the challenge.

What if the most honest voices for Advent are also the most uncomfortable? We sit down with Pastor Jeff Samelson and Professor Emeritus Mark Braun to unpack what prophets actually did, why their words weren't power plays or vague predictions, and how their message threads from Assyrian threats to a manger in Bethlehem. This is a journey through Isaiah, Micah, Jeremiah, and Hosea that reveals not trivia, but a pattern: short-term hardship, long-term joy, and a Messiah who stands at the center.We start by redefining prophecy as God's message delivered into real crises, not fortune telling. From Jeremiah's lament to Elijah's courage, the true prophet confronts kings rather than curries favor. Then we trace how messianic expectation formed over time—why many clung to visions of glory while tripping over a suffering servant—and how the New Testament guides our reading. Matthew names fulfillments overtly; Luke lets you see them unfold. Genealogies, far from filler, connect promises to a person and spotlight unlikely names like Tamar, Rahab, and “the wife of Uriah,” underlining grace at the root of Jesus' story.Along the way, we explore layered fulfillment: Bethlehem foretold amid looming invasion, “out of Egypt I called my son” filled full in Christ, and the way Jesus “relives” Israel's journey to succeed where Israel failed. We also make room for the everyday reader. You can savor the beauty without mastering every context, and you can go deeper when ready. Above all, we keep returning to Micah's gift: he will be their peace. Not the right program, not the perfect leader—Jesus himself. That promise meets divorce papers, hospital rooms, and quiet dread with something sturdier than sentiment: a Savior who came, who comes to us now, and who will come again.If this conversation steadies your Advent, share it with someone who needs hope. Subscribe, leave a review to help others find the show, and tell us: which Old Testament promise gives you courage today?Support the showThe ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We invite you to learn more about the work we're doing: https://christianliferesources.com/

God often uses the people one would least expect, and that was certainly the case for Rahab. Despite being a non-Jewish woman of a scandalous profession, Rahab is known as a woman of great faith in Scripture. Explore her story in the book of Joshua as we continue taking a look at some of the women in the genealogy of Jesus.

The Epistle of James is particularly remembered for its message about faith.  Faith is a vital factor in our salvation, but the genuineness of our faith is shown in what it causes us to do. James writes, “If you really fulfil the royal law according to scripture, ‘You shall love your neighbour as yourself,' you are doing well.” [2 v.8]  It surprises some to realize that this “royal law” is not one of the ten commandments, yet when Jesus was asked by a lawyer, “Teacher which is the great commandment in the Law? … he said to him, ‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.  This is the great and first commandment.  And the second is like it:  You shall love your neighbour as yourself. On these two commandments hang all the Law and the prophets.” [Matt. 22 v.36-40] Do you realize when Moses wrote this commandment? Jesus was quoting from Leviticus 19 v.18; it was one they only applied when it suited them!  Recall the parable of the Good Samaritan that he told to answer the question, “Who is my neighbour?' So James presses home the point, “What good is it, my brothers, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can that faith save him? If a brother or sister is poorly clothed and lacking in daily food and one of you says to them, ‘Go in peace, be warmed and filled,' without giving them the things needed for the body, what good is that? So also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.”[v.14-17]In verse 12 James told his readers to “act as those who are to be judged under the law of liberty” – what did he mean?  He had already made the point in Ch.1 v.25 that “the one who looks into the perfect law, the law of liberty, and perseveres, being no hearer who forgets but a doer who acts, he will be blessed in his doing”   The point is, they have been liberated, given freedom, from keeping the letter of the Mosaic Law – they now had to keep “the perfect law” that Jesus had spelt out in answering the lawyer. The chapter concludes with examples from the lives of Abraham and Rahab who showed their faith by what they did.   The last verse makes the point, “For as the body apart from the spirit (breath) is dead, so also faith apart from works is dead.”

On Sunday, we stepped into Matthew's genealogy, the part of the Christmas story most of us are tempted to skip. It is a window into the heart of God. Before Jesus ever preached a sermon or performed a miracle, His family line was already preaching the gospel. Matthew shows us that Jesus came through real people with real stories, and He came for real people with real needs. Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, Bathsheba, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob are not polished heroes. They are strugglers, outsiders, sinners, the wounded, and the forgotten.This week, I invite you to continue reflecting on how Jesus enters human history not through a perfect lineage but through a redeemed one. Included below are two tools to help you carry Sunday's message into your week: the Sermon Notes for revisiting the truths we explored together and the Sunday to Monday Guide to help you pray, reflect, and discuss God's word in community.As we reflect on His genealogy, may we see our own story with renewed clarity, remembering that the parts we tend to hide or minimize are not barriers to His love but places where His grace loves to do its best work. I pray this season of Advent gives us confidence that Jesus meets us not in an ideal version of our life but in the real one we are living right now.

Description:The greatest miracles often begin in the quiet corners of ordinary lives.In this special Christmas episode of Her God Story, Jodie Chiricosta invites listeners into the remarkable stories of four women—Rahab, Ruth, Bathsheba, and Mary—whose journeys echo some of our most familiar human struggles: feeling unworthy, starting over in sorrow, carrying the weight of regret, or stepping into a calling that feels overwhelming. Though their circumstances span centuries, their experiences mirror our own. Through rich storytelling and biblical insight, this episode reveals the God who met each woman in her need—saving, redeeming, restoring, and fulfilling His word in ways more beautiful than they could have imagined. Listeners will discover:✨ The redeeming power of faith—even when your past feels disqualifying ✨ The hope that rises from loyalty, surrender, and courageous obedience ✨ The mercy that meets us in shame, grief, or regret ✨ The assurance that God keeps His promises—and draws near to fulfill themRahab's bold belief, Ruth's faithful devotion, Bathsheba's restored dignity, and Mary's surrendered trust all point to one truth: Emmanuel has come. God is with us—in our fears, our longings, our losses, and our deepest hopes.Whether you're seeking encouragement, navigating a difficult season, or longing for a fresh reminder of God's nearness this Christmas, this episode offers a heartfelt invitation to remember that He is still writing your story—with tenderness, redemption, and purpose.

2 Corintios 12:9En este mensaje exploramos cómo Dios se glorifica en medio de nuestras debilidades. A través de historias bíblicas como Rahab, Abraham y Abimelec, descubrimos que no es nuestra fuerza lo que nos sostiene, sino la gracia de Dios obrando en nuestras piezas rotas. Cuando dejamos de depender de nosotros mismos y descansamos en Él, Dios convierte la debilidad en propósito y el fracaso en un mosaico para Su gloria.¡Bienvenido/a al canal de Vástago! "Nos apasiona compartir el amor de Dios y su Palabra con el mundo.¡Suscríbete y únete a nuestra familia virtual para crecer juntos en la fe y marcar la diferencia en nuestro entorno!".Te invitamos a seguirnos en nuestras redes sociales:Vástago Church:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vastagochurch/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vastagochurchprPastor Josue Quezada:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josuequezadaa/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/josuequezadaa------------Para dar una aportacion generosa o algún donativo puede hacerlo travez:- Ath Movil Business: [Iglesiavastago]- Pay Pal: [Vastagochurch]------------Te invitamos a conectar con la vida de nuestra iglesia y descubrir todo lo que tenemos para ofrecerte. No olvides acceder al enlace y descargar nuestra aplicación para tener acceso completo a todas nuestras funciones y servicios - https://vastagochurch.churchcenter.com/pages/homeEn nuestra aplicación, encontrarás: - Calendario: https://vastagochurch.churchcenter.com/calendar?view=month- Ofrenda y Diezma: https://vastagochurch.churchcenter.com/giving- Grupos pequeños: https://vastagochurch.churchcenter.com/groups- ¡Y mucho mas!

The Humble Servants of God Part 1: Mary, Mother of Jesus Luke 1:26-38 Perhaps you've heard the saying God's ways are not our ways? It is in fact true. God's will and His ways are often a mystery to us but He is always working things out for our good and for His glory. And in the Holy Bible, throughout history, the Lord has used humble people to accomplish great and mighty things. There is a saying worthy of full acceptance. God doesn't call the equipped, He equips the called.  God only needs people that by faith will say yes Lord, here I am use me. There are so many examples of this in Scripture: Joseph being sold into slavery by his brothers, being wrongly accused of sexual assault and jailed in Egypt; he had every reason to give up but Joseph by faith, remembered God's promise to him in a dream and God's word never fails. Rahab, a prostitute in Jericho, helped the Israelite spies and by faith, believed their promises that God would save her and her family. The Lord did indeed save her and her household, but God didn't stop there, Rahab would become part of the family tree and the genealogy of Jesus Christ, for God's word never fails.  But there is perhaps no greater example of God using the humble to accomplish mighty things than the life of Mary. She was a simple girl from the poor town of Nazareth. The most unlikely of choices to carry the Son of God, the Light of the world. But God chooses the weak and humble things of the world to shame those things which are strong. Mary, by faith,  believed the angel Gabriel's words and the Lord blessed her mightily, allowing her to give birth to our Savior and Messiah, Jesus…  This Sunday we'll take a close look at the life of Mary, Mother of Jesus. God kept His promises to her because His word never fails, it never has and it never will. To our great God be great glory!I love y'allPastor doug

sermon series: Advent: Mothers of the Messiah sermon date: December 7, 2025

Christmas reveals the greatest gift ever given - a child born to us, a son given to us. Biblical hope isn't wishful thinking but confident expectation of good to come through God's faithfulness. The Christmas story offers three powerful reasons for hope: Jesus's genealogy includes broken people like Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, and even the wicked king Manasseh, showing that no past is too messy for redemption. Fulfilled prophecy demonstrates God's unwavering faithfulness across centuries. Finally, God works all circumstances together for good, orchestrating even difficult situations to accomplish His purposes. The same God who brought hope through a baby in Bethlehem continues to work redemptively in our lives today.

This passage explains James' teaching that genuine faith is always accompanied by action, not as a means of earning salvation but as evidence of a transformed heart. While Paul addresses legalism by emphasizing salvation through faith alone, James confronts empty belief that produces no fruit. Using examples such as helping the needy, Abraham offering Isaac, and Rahab protecting the spies, the message shows that true faith naturally expresses itself through obedience and love. Ultimately, the point is that faith alone saves, but saving faith is never alone—it is proven by deeds.The Gathering Church is located in Midland, Texas.You can watch our live worship experience online at mygathering.liveVisit our website at https://www.mygathering.churchConnect with us on Social Mediahttps://facebook.com/mgatheringhttps://Instagram.com/mygatheringhttps://Twitter.com/mygatheringGOD | COMMUNITY | PURPOSE

This passage explains James' teaching that genuine faith is always accompanied by action, not as a means of earning salvation but as evidence of a transformed heart. While Paul addresses legalism by emphasizing salvation through faith alone, James confronts empty belief that produces no fruit. Using examples such as helping the needy, Abraham offering Isaac, and Rahab protecting the spies, the message shows that true faith naturally expresses itself through obedience and love. Ultimately, the point is that faith alone saves, but saving faith is never alone—it is proven by deeds.The Gathering Church is located in Midland, Texas.You can watch our live worship experience online at mygathering.liveVisit our website at https://www.mygathering.churchConnect with us on Social Mediahttps://facebook.com/mgatheringhttps://Instagram.com/mygatheringhttps://Twitter.com/mygatheringGOD | COMMUNITY | PURPOSE

In his 6th chapter the prophet Micah, speaking on the LORD's behalf, condemns the nation. God asks, is there a reason My people have turned from Me. What have I done to cause this. The reality was the very reverse. He had so often pardoned them though they spurned Him in response. Think how great was His love and forgiveness why they grievously transgressed at Baal Peor in Numbers 24-25. God's righteousness is inextricably associated with His mercy, grace and forgiveness. From verses 6-8 is the crux of what God asks of us in response to His pardon. The Law of Moses similarly summarised what God requires from His people in Deuteronomy 10verses12-13. It is not the sacrifice of offering that establishes a relationship with our Maker, but rather a humble recognition of what He has done for us. A humbling of ourselves to walk with the One whose condescension to be our God is beyond our capacity to comprehend (Isaiah 57verses15). Read verse 8 aloud - pause and ponder. Verses 9-16 tell of God's determination to destroy the wicked. This is the character and ways of our God (see Exodus 34verses5-7; and Romans 11verses22-23).James 2 was a hotly debated chapter at the time of the Reformation. Martin Luther totally misunderstood the message of James 2 and declared the letter of James to be, "A straw letter". The atonement is not based on faith alone; but upon a faith that actively works, being energised by love to purify our hearts (Galatians 5verses1-6). Paul and James do not present conflicting arguments, but they are in fact complementary - John Thomas, a Christadelphian writer wrote in 'Elpis Israel' (published in 1850), "Abraham the sinner was justified by faith, but Abraham the saint was justified by his works".Ephesians 2verses4-10 express the truth that works are the response in gratitude to God's grace of His children. Verses 1-13 of James 2 deal with the sin of partiality. This is a sin to which we are all prone. We are all equal in God's eyes. James says the prominent, the posers, the powerful are shown preference. How evil is this. The Bible stresses the need to look after the poor and the vulnerable. Chapter 1 ended on this note. How magnificent and majestic are the words of verse 5 - read slowly, pause and ponder. We must modify our attitudes and behaviours to be the children of our Father. James declared that the very ones to whom you are partial are your persecutors and oppressors. God's royal law is the law of Love. It is Royal as it reigns supreme above all other laws. It cannot be measured, nor legislated. And yet it will be the basis of our being judged by our Lord Jesus Christ at his coming - compare Romans 13verses8-10. Mercy is received when mercy is the basis of our dealings with others. From verses 14-26 the writer establishes from the Scripture the uselessness of a faith without works. He gave the example of sensitivity to spiritual needs, yet totally insensitivity to life's essentials - how incongruous, and yet this often happens. Faith cannot be demonstrated in a vacuum. Even demented people can show a fearful, but pointless faith (belief). The evidence of faith is seen in action (the writer to the Hebrews showed this in the 11th chapter). Abraham and Rahab are the evidence of James' argument. Faith without works is as useful as a corpse without breath.

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Pastor Troy highlights how Matthew begins Jesus' story with a genealogy to show that Christ enters real human history with purpose and promise. He notes that the presence of four unexpected women — Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, and Bathsheba — reveals God's gracious heart to welcome the broken, the outsider, and the undeserving into His redemptive plan. Pastor Troy reminds us that Jesus stands at the very center of history and arrives as the ultimate source of rest, forgiveness, and freedom. This Christmas, we are invited to bring our imperfect stories to Him and find the grace and restoration only the Son can provide.

Rahab, a Canaanite prostitute from Jericho, appears in Jesus' genealogy as a powerful example of God's grace reaching unexpected people. When Israelite spies came to scout the promised land, she chose to hide them despite the risk to her life, demonstrating remarkable faith in the God of Israel. Her story challenges us to reconsider how we judge others and shows that no one is beyond God's transforming grace. Rahab's inclusion in Christ's family tree proves that God can use anyone for His purposes, regardless of their past or current circumstances.Like, comment, & subscribe to stay updated with the latest content! CONNECT WITH US:► Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gccws_gram► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gccws ► Website: http://www.gccws.netOUR RESOURCES:►Recharge Devotional: http://www.gccws.net/recharge ►Online Church: http://live.gccws.net ►Online Bulletin: http://www.gccws.net/bulletin ►Discipleship Classes: http://www.gccws.net/adults ►Events Coming Up: http://www.gccws.net/events #gccanywhere #gracecommunitychurchofwillowstreet #YouTube #ChurchMinistry #LancasterCounty

Matthew 1:1–17 - [1] The book of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham. [2] Abraham was the father of Isaac, and Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers, [3] and Judah the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, and Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram, [4] and Ram the father of Amminadab, and Amminadab the father of Nahshon, and Nahshon the father of Salmon, [5] and Salmon the father of Boaz by Rahab, and Boaz the father of Obed by Ruth, and Obed the father of Jesse, [6] and Jesse the father of David the king. And David was the father of Solomon by the wife of Uriah, [7] and Solomon the father of Rehoboam, and Rehoboam the father of Abijah, and Abijah the father of Asaph, [8] and Asaph the father of Jehoshaphat, and Jehoshaphat the father of Joram, and Joram the father of Uzziah, [9] and Uzziah the father of Jotham, and Jotham the father of Ahaz, and Ahaz the father of Hezekiah, [10] and Hezekiah the father of Manasseh, and Manasseh the father of Amos, and Amos the father of Josiah, [11] and Josiah the father of Jechoniah and his brothers, at the time of the deportation to Babylon. [12] And after the deportation to Babylon: Jechoniah was the father of Shealtiel, and Shealtiel the father of Zerubbabel, [13] and Zerubbabel the father of Abiud, and Abiud the father of Eliakim, and Eliakim the father of Azor, [14] and Azor the father of Zadok, and Zadok the father of Achim, and Achim the father of Eliud, [15] and Eliud the father of Eleazar, and Eleazar the father of Matthan, and Matthan the father of Jacob, [16] and Jacob the father of Joseph the husband of Mary, of whom Jesus was born, who is called Christ. [17] So all the generations from Abraham to David were fourteen generations, and from David to the deportation to Babylon fourteen generations, and from the deportation to Babylon to the Christ fourteen generations. (ESV)   THE EVENING MINDSET IS COMING! 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

En este mensaje de nuestra serie "La Navidad según Mateo", el pastor Saúl nos lleva tras los escenarios navideños a los que estamos acostumbrados y nos adentra en la compleja y desordenada genealogía de Jesús. ¿Qué tienen que ver Tamar, Rahab, Rut y "la esposa de Urías" con la Navidad? Todo. Sus historias nos recuerdan que Dios no solo obra alrededor del quebrantamiento, sino a través de él. Si Él puede entretejer el escándalo, el fracaso y a los marginados en la línea familiar de Jesús, también puede redimir tu pasado. Escucharás sobre: Por qué las fiestas suelen ser la época más solitaria del año para muchos, y cómo nosotros, la Iglesia, estamos llamados a ser el evangelio vivo para quienes están desesperados. Cómo Dios usa los tiempos de silencio no para rechazarnos, sino para profundizar nuestra fe, dependencia y propósito. La verdad de que las relaciones pueden ser las más dolorosas, pero tu relación con Dios debe ser la única innegociable. Cómo la distracción (especialmente a través de las redes sociales) puede descarrilar silenciosamente tu llamado, sin jamás "destruirte" por completo. Por qué tu pasado puede describirte, pero no tiene por qué definirte en Cristo. Ya sea que estés luchando contra el arrepentimiento, sintiéndote lejos de Dios o simplemente intentando encontrarle sentido a tu historia esta Navidad, este episodio te recordará: Dios hace pactos, cumple promesas, y aún no ha terminado contigo.

In this message from our series Christmas According to Matthew, Pastor Saul takes us behind the nativity scenes we're used to and into the messy, complicated genealogy of Jesus. What do Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, and “the wife of Uriah” have to do with Christmas? Everything. Their stories remind us that God doesn't just work around brokenness—He works through it. If He can weave scandal, failure, and outsiders into the family line of Jesus, He can redeem your past too. You'll hear about: Why the holidays are often the loneliest time of year for many—and how we, the Church, are called to be the living gospel to those in despair. How God uses seasons of silence not to reject us, but to deepen our faith, dependence, and purpose. The truth that relationships may hurt you most, but your relationship with God must be the one non-negotiable. How distraction (especially through social media) can quietly derail your calling—without ever “destroying” you outright. Why your past may describe you, but it doesn't have to define you in Christ. Whether you're battling regret, feeling distant from God, or just trying to make sense of your story this Christmas, this episode will remind you: God is a covenant-maker, a promise-keeper, and He's not done with you yet.

Guest Bio: Amy is an author, speaker, pastor, wife, and co-ringmaster to her circus of three kids. Through the many face-plants and mudslides in her life, God opened doors for her to write books and to travel and speak, inviting others to discover grace in their daily lives. She is also one of the pastors at Soma City Church in Toledo, OH. As she and her family keep walking on whatever path God has for them, her hope is to use humor and storytelling to anchor people in the truth that God is with us, for us, in us, and working through us.   Show Summary: Which women in the Bible stand out to you? Who is your favorite? Who do you most relate to? Amy Seiffert was surprised when she decided to dig into God's Word to explore the role of women in Scripture. She found fascinating examples of leadership, courage, and strength from women who are often overlooked in our Bible lessons. Join hosts Vivian Mabuni and Eryn Eddy Adkins with guest Amy Seiffert as they explore inspirational women of the Bible during this God Hears Her conversation.   Notes and Quotes:   “Research the culture and the context of what you're reading and go to Jesus and see how He's treating women.” —Amy Seiffert   “When you see the mistreatment of women—the abuse or the rape, a variety of things happening to women—this was describing what was happening. This was not God's will or His way.” —Amy Seiffert  “God is coming to bring redemption in the middle of such mess.” —Amy Seiffert  “Ten percent of the names [in the Bible] are women, so every time a woman shows up I am paying attention.” —Amy Seiffert  “Whatever you have, whatever you've gone through, you have a gift to give to the world, to the church, to your neighborhood, to your community.” —Amy Seiffert  “Go forward in confidence. You are the daughter of the Most High King.” —Amy Seiffert  Verses:  2 Kings 22 Luke 8  Luke 10:38-42 John 11 Romans 16 Hebrews 1  Related Episodes: GHH Ep 123 – Knowing Women of the Bible with Anna Haggard: https://godhearsher.org/podcast/knowing-women-of-the-bible/ GHH Ep 159 – A Deeper Look at Rahab with Shadia Hrichi: https://godhearsher.org/podcast/a-deeper-look-at-rahab/  Links:  Amy's Website: https://www.amyseiffert.com/about God Hears Her website: https://go.odb.org/ghh191  Watch this episode on the God Hears Her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GodHearsHerODBM Discovery Series booklet: https://www.odbm.org/en/discovery-series/more-than-a-mother/lessons-from-the-life-of-the-first-disciple