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Joseph

(Matthew 18:1-25)

Yearly Theme:  “Goodness is… the Great I AM”

Series Title:  “What Child is This”

December 1st, 2024

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Joseph’s story is anything but normal.  It’s one of a kind; it’s unique; it’s quirky; it’s important.  Of all the men mentioned in the Bible, the story of Joseph, though only briefly mentioned, is significant in light of the kind of man Joseph was.  In the very few verses that mention him in the Gospels, we seem to get a glimpse of a kind and quiet man; unassuming and humble, while also strong and courageous.  It’s hard not to imagine what Joseph was really like.  Our minds are prone to fill in the blanks where Scripture remains silent about the stepfather of Jesus.  However, there are some important points to his character that are illuminated in the verses we have surrounding the birth of Christ.  Let’s take a closer look…