The Conception of Jesus

Northwest Bible Church – May 11, 2025 – Matthew – Alan Conner

Matthew 1:18-21

The Conception of Jesus

Intro

 

A. THE BETROTHAL OF JOSEPH AND MARY (Matthew 1:18a).

1.  A legally binding arrangement.  

2.  The consequences of adultery.   

B. THE ASSUMED BETRAYAL OF MARY (Matthew 1:18b-19).

1. Mary was found to be with child by the Holy Spirit (Matthew 1:18b).   

2. Joseph was a righteous man (Matthew 1:19).

C. THE BENEFICIENT ANGEL OF THE LORD (Matthew 1:20-21).

  

1. The timing of the angel’s appearance.   

2.  The message of the angel (Matthew 1:20-21).  

a. A word of context (Matthew 1:20).  “Joseph son of David.” 

b.  A word of comfort (Matthew 1:20). “Do not be afraid.  .  .”   

c.  A word of correction (Matthew 1:20b).   “the Child .  .  .  is of the Holy Spirit.”   

d.  A word of command (Matthew 1:20-21).   Take her as your wife (Matthew 1:20); and “call His name Jesus” (Matthew 1:21).  

 

e.  A word of clarification (Matthew 1:21).     “He will save His people from their sins.”      

 

(1) The MISSION of Jesus’s salvation.   

(2) The MAGNITUDE of Jesus’ salvation.  

Conclusion