(or don’t) have in our lives. We’d all like to have the type of family

that is full of fun and life and brings joy to our hearts – especially

at Christmas. But many of us don’t have that. Instead, our family

contributes to the mess in our lives. If any part of your family life

is difficult, you may find it interesting how Matthew begins his telling

of the story of Jesus’ life. Let’s take a look at this introduction

and notice what he includes and what we can learn from it about the

story of Jesus and of Christmas.