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Christmas | Joseph, The Father Of Jesus

Shared on: Nov 29, 2016

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Look at the Christmas story from a fresh angle through the eyes of Joseph. He was a simple carpenter who courageously obeyed and followed God into an unknown future. He received four different dreams from God and every time he responded by following the guidance God gave him. Joseph was an ordinary man whose openness to God and strength in caring for mother and child challenge our hearts and lives this Christmas season.

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-2:23, Luke 1:26-38

Tags: Obedience, Courage, Mary And Joseph, Christmas Meaning

Genres: Emotional, Humorous, Powerful, Uplifting, Reflective (view more) (view less)

Service Styles: Contemporary, Traditional

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