Matthew opens with a genealogy that firmly roots Jesus in God’s promises to Abraham and David. From His miraculous birth to the ministry of John the Baptist and His baptism in the Jordan, we see that Jesus’ arrival is no accident—He is the long-awaited King stepping into history. The stage is set for the fulfillment of centuries of prophecy and the dawn of the Kingdom of Heaven.Questions:1. Why do you think Matthew begins his Gospel with a genealogy, and what does it reveal about God’s faithfulness to His promises?2. Why do you think Matthew begins his Gospel with a genealogy, and what does it reveal about God’s faithfulness to His promises?3. At Jesus’ baptism, the heavens open and the Father declares, “This is my beloved Son.” How does this moment shape your understanding of who Jesus is and what He came to do?Use my affiliate link to get the CSB apologetics study bible hereMy video review the CSB Apologetics Study BibleAll our links are here