Sermons on San Mateo 1:20:

Joseph’s Obedience Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Jan 1, 2023

Joseph is the unsung hero of Christ's early life. Through obedience, he impacted Mary, he impacted Jesus, he impacted the other children, and I think he impacted Jesus’ entire ministry.

Sometimes there's words that we just don't like. Sometimes it's because of the way they sound. Some sound weird or sometimes they conjure up something kind of gross. One word that I don't like is the word ‘maggot.’ Really, if you think of maggots, is anything pleasant ever really ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Reverence For The "irrelevant" Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Jan 6, 2023

If there was a "least likely to be the Messiah" award, Jesus would have been a contender for it.

Good morning! Please open your Bibles to Matthew 1. Well, this is the beginning of the last week of 2022, which means, of course, that every time you turn the TV on you’re going to get a “Best of 2022” list. I was scrolling through ESPN.com this week, looking at their top ten of 2022 list. There ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Isaiah 43:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Stepfather Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 6, 2025

Joseph adopted and "raised" Jesus because God determined that Joseph was the right man for the job. What was it about Joseph that made him right for the challenge of raising our Savior?

Several years ago, a 3rd grader (Danny Dutton, age 8) was given a homework assignment – where he was asked to “Explain God.” And these were some of the things he wrote: “You should always go to Church on Sunday because it makes God happy, and if there’s anybody you want to make happy… it’s God. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Peace

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 30, 2025

A sermon for the 1st Sunday of Advent.

Matthew 1:18-25 Peace Have you ever gone through an incredibly disturbing time in life? Have you ever been hit so hard by some bump in life’s road that you felt knocked down, and perhaps nearly knocked out? Ever hit rock bottom? I would imagine most of us who have been alive for a certain ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: United Methodist

2 More Than Perfect Plans Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Dec 5, 2025

What do you do when life doesn’t go to plan? In this week’s Christmas message, we look at Joseph’s story in Matthew 1:18–25 and reminds us that even when our plans fall apart, God’s purpose still stands.

1. Introduction – When Plans Go Wrong Have you ever had one of those perfect plans — only for it to completely fall apart? Maybe a family dinner that turned into chaos, or a Christmas trip that went sideways. I found a saying the other day, and it’s, “If you want to make God laugh, tell Him your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Hope At Christmas Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 6, 2025

This sermon proclaims that the heart of Christmas is God’s promised hope fulfilled in Jesus—the Light who breaks our darkness, conquers sin, and invites us to live in the peace and confidence of His eternal reign.

The Heart of Christmas: Hope Isaiah 9:2-7; Matthew 1:18-25; Romans 15:4 Christmas is almost here! It truly is a special time of year. Before we open God’s Word together, I’d like to invite you on a short journey into the past—to remember what Christmas has meant to you through the years. Many of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7, Matthew 1:18-25, Romans 15:4

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph's Story Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 8, 2025

An advent series focused on how God crashes our stories and life changes.

God Crashes our Story November 30, 2025 Matthew 1:18-25 Have you ever had your plans blown up? You were planning on a great vacation, but then an illness or injury happened. And everything changed. Maybe you weren’t planning on attending a family function, you know, too much drama, but you did, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Emmanuel, Dios Con Nosotros

Contributed by Raquel Martinez on Dec 11, 2025

Dios envio a su hijo, para demostrar que El esta con nosotros, entre nosotros y a favor de nosotros

Mateo 1:18-23 “El nacimiento de Jesucristo fue así: Estando desposada María su madre con José, antes que se juntasen, se halló que había concebido del Espíritu Santo. José su marido, como era justo, y no quería infamarla, quiso dejarla secretamente. Y ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Emmanuel: God With Us Always (Christmas) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 13, 2025

Christmas reveals Emmanuel, God stepping into human history to remain with His people forever.

EMMANUEL: GOD WITH US ALWAYS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 1:18-25 Key Verse: “Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us.” (Matthew 1:23) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 7:14; John ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Real Christmas Story 2025 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 14, 2025

We celebrate the birth of CHRIST, the only HOPE for this world, who gave HIS life for all mankind to rescue them from sin and death. And to everyone who believes in HIM, to them HE gives the promise of eternal life.

2025.12.21.Sermon. The Real Christmas Story William Akehurst, HSWC The Real Christmas Story HIS-STORY – HIS Message to us. Arranged by William Akehurst, Pastor of HSWC INTRODUCTION: Remember when Charlie Brown shouted, "What is the Meaning of Christmas?" His blanket bearing friend ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, Genesis 1:1-5, Genesis 1:26-28, Genesis 2:15-17, Genesis 2:18, Genesis 2:23, Genesis 3:1-4, Genesis 3:6, Genesis 3:14-15, Micah 5:2-3, Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 11:1, Isaiah 9:2, Isaiah 9:6-7, Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 1:26-38, Luke 2:1-20, Matthew 2:1-12, John 1:10-14, Colossians 2:9, Isaiah 53:3-8, John 19:16-18, John 19:30, John 19:40-41, Matthew 20:1, Acts 1:9-11, John 14:3, John 11:25-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Hides In Ordinary Moments Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 15, 2025

There is something profound in this choice that speaks directly to how God meets us today.

Title: God Hides in Ordinary Moments Intro: There is something profound in this choice that speaks directly to how God meets us today. Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24 Reflection Dear Friends, There is a question I have been carrying with me lately, and perhaps you have wondered about it too: why ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Other

Dios Se Esconde En Los Momentos Cotidianos Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 15, 2025

Hay algo profundo en esta elección que habla directamente de cómo Dios nos encuentra hoy.

Título: Dios se esconde en los momentos cotidianos Introducción: Hay algo profundo en esta elección que habla directamente de cómo Dios nos encuentra hoy. Escritura: Mateo 1:18-24 Reflexión Queridos amigos, Hay una pregunta que he estado cargando conmigo ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Other

Nagtatago Ang Diyos Sa Mga Karaniwang Sandali Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 15, 2025

Mayroong malalim na kahulugan sa pagpiling ito na direktang nagpapakita kung paano tayo kinakatagpo ng Diyos ngayon.

Pamagat: Nagtatago ang Diyos sa mga Karaniwang Sandali Panimula: Mayroong malalim na kahulugan sa pagpiling ito na direktang nagpapakita kung paano tayo kinakatagpo ng Diyos ngayon. Kasulatan: Mateo 1:18-24 Repleksyon Mga Mahal na Kaibigan, May isang tanong na dala-dala ko nitong mga ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Other

Love Is Not Easily Provoked

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Dec 15, 2025

Depending on what Bible version you have, First Corinthians chapter 13 verse 5 says this about love: “Love is not provoked”, “isn't irritable”, “is not easily angered”, “isn't quick-tempered”. Is it possible to control your anger, your irritable response even when provoked? Sure it is.

Alba 12-24-2025 LOVE IS NOT EASILY PROVOKED I Corinthians 13:5 There was an advertisement in the paper: WEDDING DRESS FOR SALE, NEVER WORN. WILL TRADE FOR A .38 CALIBER PISTOL. Do you think someone was angry here? I would say its likely. Depending on what Bible version you have, First ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:5, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joseph Is Not Angry, But He Does Show Fear

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 16, 2025

What is Fear of the Lord? Joseph exemplifies this virtue.

Jesus IS Emmanuel: Fourth Sunday of Advent 2025 One of the mistakes people frequently make when they read the Bible, particularly the New Testament, is to project our own experiences into the lives of the saints and sinners we find there. That’s not entirely an error. After all, part of becoming ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-6, Romans 1:1-7, Matthew 1:18-24, Isaiah 45:8, Isaiah 7:10-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic