Today we are reading Matthew 1. In this chapter we read about the birth of Jesus. “Now the birth of Jesus Christ took place in this way. When his mother Mary had been betrothed to Joseph, before they came together she was found to be with child from the Holy Spirit. And her husband Joseph, being a just man and unwilling to put her to shame, resolved to divorce her quietly. But as he considered these things, behold, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream, saying, “Joseph, son of David, do not fear to take Mary as your wife, for that which is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.” All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had spoken by the prophet: “Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel” (which means, God with us). When Joseph woke from sleep, he did as the angel of the Lord commanded him: he took his wife, but knew her not until she had given birth to a son. And he called his name Jesus.”
Matthew 1:18-25 ESV As you read this account, you begin to understand what kind of person Joseph was. Why was he an excellent choice to be Jesus’ earthly father? How are you an excellent choice for your station in life? Can you see how God selected you and placed you where you are? Do you get the sense that He is preparing you for something else? God’s plan for Joseph was a complete surprise to Joseph. Be ready for God to surprise you as He reveals a new purpose for you. Pastor Tim