Matthew 1:1-17
“The Messiah’s Family Photo Album: A Gallery of God’s Grace”
Introduction:
He’s the Christos … Anointed One …
Prophet … final statement … He is our revelation!
Priest … final sacrifice … He is our righteousness!
King … final sovereign … He is our ruler!
I. God Meticulously Keeps His Word
II. The Meaning of the Genealogy Divisions (17)
3 sets of 14 generations --- twice 7 (perfection) X 3
Abraham David: Royalty / Dignity
David Exile: Futility / Tragedy
Exile Christ: Fulfillment / Recovery / Redemption
III. The Gallery of God’s Grace
1. Tamar (3) (Gen. 38)
2. Rahab (5) (Joshua 2, 6)
3. Ruth (5) a Moabitess …
4. Bathsheba (6) (2 Sam. 11)
The men are no better ... Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Judah, David ...
Conclusion and Application: