Matthew 1:18-19

Devotionals, Articles, and Bible Study Resources on Matthew 1:18-19

18This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged in marriage to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit.
19Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and was unwilling to disgrace her publicly, he resolved to divorce her quietly.
— Matthew 1:18-19

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Conception
Illustration of Matthew 1:18 NLT

Illustration of Matthew 1:18 NLT -- This is how Jesus the Messiah was born. His mother, Mary, was engaged to be married to Joseph. But before the marriage took place, while she was still a virgin, she became pregnant through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Reassurance
Illustration of Matthew 1:19-20 MESSAGE

Illustration of Matthew 1:19-20 MESSAGE -- Joseph, chagrined but noble, determined to take care of things quietly so Mary would not be disgraced [when she became pregnant]. While he was trying to figure a way out, he had a dream. God's angel spoke in the dream: "Joseph, son of David, don't hesitate to get married. Mary's pregnancy is Spirit-conceived. God's Holy Spirit has made her pregnant."

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