Matthew 2:13-23
Story & Lessons
The visit of the wise men was a great encouragement to Joseph and Mary, confirming the wonderful things spoken of Jesus by the angel.
The Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream warning him to escape to Egypt because of Herod’s wicked plot.
God spoke to Joseph in the same manner after Herod’s death, telling him to return to Israel.
The prophet Hosea had likened Israel to a beloved son, called out of Egypt from the tyranny of Pharaoh. The Lord Jesus, who was also threatened by a tyrant king, was called out of Egypt to fulfil this prophecy.
The weeping over the slaughtered infants is also a fulfillment of a prophecy.
The Lord Jesus came to give us a living hope and to wipe away all our tears!
Jesus was "called a Nazarene". This was a term of contempt which refers to his rejection.
Reflection...
Jesus suffered shame and rejection to save us from our sins.
Surely, we cannot be ashamed of such a wonderful Friend who loves us so much?
Can we be ashamed to share our good news of Jesus with others?
Let us boldly confess him and proclaim his greatness!
Story & Lessons
The visit of the wise men was a great encouragement to Joseph and Mary, confirming the wonderful things spoken of Jesus by the angel.
The Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream warning him to escape to Egypt because of Herod’s wicked plot.
God spoke to Joseph in the same manner after Herod’s death, telling him to return to Israel.
The prophet Hosea had likened Israel to a beloved son, called out of Egypt from the tyranny of Pharaoh. The Lord Jesus, who was also threatened by a tyrant king, was called out of Egypt to fulfil this prophecy.
The weeping over the slaughtered infants is also a fulfillment of a prophecy.
The Lord Jesus came to give us a living hope and to wipe away all our tears!
Jesus was "called a Nazarene". This was a term of contempt which refers to his rejection.
Reflection...
Jesus suffered shame and rejection to save us from our sins.
Surely, we cannot be ashamed of such a wonderful Friend who loves us so much?
Can we be ashamed to share our good news of Jesus with others?
Let us boldly confess him and proclaim his greatness!
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