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9 mins read|12/21/25
Gospel: Matthew 1:18-25 (Advent 4: Series A)
As we hear what God is doing, we begin to realize how true freedom and joy in this life are not about managing our reality but, like Joseph, about faithfully receiving what God is doing. -
11 mins read|12/10/22
Gospel: Matthew 1:18-25 (Advent 4: Series A)
Matthew makes it abundantly clear that Joseph lacked one thing: Control. He may have been the titular head of his emerging household, but he was clearly not in charge. God was, as God always is. -
13 mins read|12/17/19
Not Your Typical Virgin Birth Story
Mary’s virginity has to do with the story of a jackass king, two growling enemies, a young lady, and a big, bad Assyrian dog. -
9 mins read|12/16/19
Gospel: Matthew 1:18-25 (Advent 4: Series A)
Unlike Luke, who provides most of the parts for the children’s program (the shepherds, the angel hosts, the innkeeper, and the animals), Matthew’s version is rated “M” for mature.
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Matthew 1:18-25 – Advent 4 (A)
On this episode of preaching the text we study Matthew's story of Christ's conception and birth.
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