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jaycieabbott replied to the topic Childhood of Jesus in the forum The Life of Christ Forum 1 month, 2 weeks ago
In Matthew, Jesus’ paternal bloodline is presented through Joseph’s heritage. This is done according to Jewish tradition. Jechonias, who was one of Joseph’s predecessors, was so evil that he was cursed by God. In this curse, none of his descendants would sit on the throne of David. This was all recorded so that the virgin birth of the Messiah…[Read more]
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jaycieabbott replied to the topic Intro to the Life of Christ in the forum The Life of Christ Forum 2 months ago
Jesus Christ, our Messiah, lived on this earth just as we actively are. If He truly offers us full salvation, it is important to investigate the life He lived. If He knew the limited amount of time He was given, it is important to ponder the intentionality He must have had. Jesus met with the weak and the lowly. It is told how He even dined…[Read more]