Podcasts about scripture: matthew 1:18-1:25

This morning, Sam will be sharing with us 'The Paradox at the Heart of Christmas.' God With Us - And The World Still Broken. Join us as we take a look at this from the book of Matthew chapters 1 and 2. This is the audio podcast.

The Gift of the Unexpected

The Gift of the Unexpected

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."

Hope of All the Earth: God With Us, Matthew 1:18-25, Pastor Kyle Fellows

Matthew 1:18–25 reveals a Savior who comes with names that explain His purpose: Jesus, who saves His people from their sins, and Immanuel, God with us. The manger is the doorway, not the destination. God’s quiet entrance into the world carries cosmic significance: a rescue plan unfolding, a presence drawing near, and a kingdom breaking in. Christmas is more than nostalgia; it is an invitation to recognize the God who still step into our mess, our fears, and our future with saving power and abiding presence.

Matthew 1:18–25 reveals a Savior who comes with names that explain His purpose: Jesus, who saves His people from their sins, and Immanuel, God with us. The manger is the doorway, not the destination. God’s quiet entrance into the world carries cosmic significance: a rescue plan unfolding, a presence drawing near, and a kingdom breaking in. Christmas is more than nostalgia; it is an invitation to recognize the God who still step into our mess, our fears, and our future with saving power and abiding presence.

Matthew 1:18–25 reveals a Savior who comes with names that explain His purpose: Jesus, who saves His people from their sins, and Immanuel, God with us. The manger is the doorway, not the destination. God’s quiet entrance into the world carries cosmic significance: a rescue plan unfolding, a presence drawing near, and a kingdom breaking in. Christmas is more than nostalgia; it is an invitation to recognize the God who still step into our mess, our fears, and our future with saving power and abiding presence.

Bishop Hannington

Living Way Community Church

Welcome to Christ Community Church of Wilmington NC. We are committed to teaching the Bible, transforming lives, and touching our world.

Sunday Morning Worship at Grace Free Lutheran Church - Maple Grove, MN

The Gift of Purpose

The Gift of Purpose

Typically, when we talk about the birth of Christ, it’s during Christmas. But the coming of Christ is far too important to mention only once a year. The hypostatic union—Jesus being fully God and fully man—is one of the most remarkable and profound events in history. He walked among us and shared in our human experience, yet, He was completely divine. In this sermon, we will explore the significance of Jesus being both God and man. What does it mean? How was it possible? And why does it matter for us today? Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net

The name given to Jesus at His birth was Emmanuel which means “God with us”. Christmas reminds us that our God has come close in the form of Jesus. No matter where we find ourselves today, God is close to us and so is redemption.

We all worry about the future - what will happen, will it be good or bad? But what if you were given unbelievable news from God that completely changed your life? Learn from the example of Mary how to move beyond fear of the future to courageous faith. Sermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49364302 We would love to get to know you: https://arisedenver.com/new Support Arise Church and its mission: https://arisedenver.com/give

We all worry about the future - what will happen, will it be good or bad? But what if you were given unbelievable news from God that completely changed your life? Learn from the example of Mary how to move beyond fear of the future to courageous faith. Sermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49364302 We would love to get to know you: https://arisedenver.com/new Support Arise Church and its mission: https://arisedenver.com/give

We all worry about the future - what will happen, will it be good or bad? But what if you were given unbelievable news from God that completely changed your life? Learn from the example of Mary how to move beyond fear of the future to courageous faith. Sermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49364302 We would love to get to know you: https://arisedenver.com/new Support Arise Church and its mission: https://arisedenver.com/give

We all worry about the future - what will happen, will it be good or bad? But what if you were given unbelievable news from God that completely changed your life? Learn from the example of Mary how to move beyond fear of the future to courageous faith. Sermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49364302 We would love to get to know you: https://arisedenver.com/new Support Arise Church and its mission: https://arisedenver.com/give

In this sermon, we see that the birth of Christ was a miraculous historical event that occurred to fulfill God’s promise to rescue His people.

In this sermon, we see that the birth of Christ was a miraculous historical event that occurred to fulfill God’s promise to rescue His people.

Welcome to East Chestnut Street Mennonite Church!

Matthew 1:18-25

Welcome to East Chestnut Street Mennonite Church!

Rev. Dr. Jacob Bolton preaches on the Second Sunday of Advent. The Scripture passage is Matthew 1:18-25.

Christmas according to the Bible. God's chosen plan and how Joseph was transformed through it... come hear about how you can be transformed too. Abundant Life Foursquare Church: A Christ-centered church, specializing in marriage and family ministry, with something for everyone! http://alfc.us If you feel moved to respond to today’s message, please click here to tell us about how the Lord is working in your life. https://alfc.us/i-responded Giving and Service https://alfc.us/giving If you’re new to our church family, let us know you’re here: https://alfc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/74/responses/new Like, Share, and Subscribe. #ALFC #Faith #Jesus #Savior #ChurchatHome #Hope

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Online sermons from Grace Baptist Church of Chariton Iowa. Preaching the gospel to anyone willing to listen!

Sermons from Grace Free Lutheran Church of Maple Grove, Minnesota.

A Strange Way To Save The World Pastor James Burke

Why are the birth announcements regarding Jesus Christ so important? As we will discover in our study of Matthew 1:18-25, the announcement of Christ’s birth develops the devotion of His people in two compelling ways.

From now on, until the scripture of meditation, the sound will be muted in order to protect our congregation's privacy. The Scripture for Meditation and the Scripture Reading will be posted below.

From now on, until the scripture of meditation, the sound will be muted in order to protect our congregation's privacy. The Scripture for Meditation and the Scripture Reading will be posted below.

From now on, until the scripture of meditation, the sound will be muted in order to protect our congregation's privacy. The Scripture for Meditation and the Scripture Reading will be posted below.

May the God of Wonders Bless You!

Drew Cline kicks off our Christmas Series, "Follow."

Drew Cline kicks off our Christmas Series, "Follow."

Southview Baptist Church

Southview Baptist Church

First Presbyterian Church

First Presbyterian Church

First Presbyterian Church

First Presbyterian Church

Pastor Jesse Mendoza continues the Christmas series “Song of the Savior”.

Pastor Jesse Mendoza continues the Christmas series “Song of the Savior”.

In this sermon, the focus is on the upcoming Christmas season and the celebration of Jesus as the Savior. The sermon introduces a series called "Pictures of Jesus," emphasizing the unique portraits of Jesus presented in the gospels. The sermon explores the book of Matthew, highlighting two aspects of Jesus as King: the King who Reigns Forever and the King who Saves.

Some Christians say we are "overdoing" the virgin birth. Are we? Are are they under-doing it? And why does it matter?

How Joseph (almost) stole Christmas. But didn't. And what we can learn from him.