Finding Life beyond the struggles
Throughout the Old Testament, there are prophecies signifying the coming of Israel's long-awaited Messiah. We know that those prophecies were fulfilled in Jesus' conception and birth. We also know that Jesus died as the final atonement sacrifice. However, have you ever thought about how Jesus brought the Mosaic Law to completion? I'll admit that I... Continue Reading →
While they were there [in Bethlehem], the time came for her to give birth, and she gave birth to her Son, her firstborn; and she wrapped Him in [swaddling] cloths and laid Him in a manger, because there was no [private] room for them in the inn. Luke 2:6-7 AMP The World Descended In those... Continue Reading →
"In those days it occurred that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that the whole Roman empire should be registered. This was the first enrollment, and it was made when Quirinius was governor of Syria. And all the people were going to be registered, each to his own city or town. And Joseph also... Continue Reading →
I'm going to start today's Journey with a look at Joseph. Often Joseph seems like an add on, an after thought to Mary's name. Mary and Joseph. In reality, Joseph took on a great task as he was the step-father of Jesus, the Son of God. That task alone would have been daunting, but he... Continue Reading →
"And there shall come forth a Shoot out of the stock of Jesse [David's father], and a Branch out of his roots shall grow and bear fruit."Did you know there are two listings for the genealogy of Jesus? The listing in Matthew is widely believed to be for Joseph, Jesus' legal father, while the listing... Continue Reading →
There are many prophesies in the Old Testament that covers Jesus' life from birth to death and resurrection. Looking at the ones surrounding his birth is just as important as the birth itself. They are the light of coming hope, pointing the way to Christ's birth and the restoration He brings. First up: Isaiah. Isaiah... Continue Reading →
Above My Waves 