Part 1/6 – Who Was this Man?
PART1-6. WHO WAS THIS MAN?
* The Genealogy of Jesus Christ (Matt 1:1-17; Luke 3:23-38)
* The Word Became Flesh (John 1:1-18)
Flight of Jesus to Egypt
The video explores the journey of Jesus and his family to Egypt and then to Nazareth, following the narrative in Matthew chapter 2. It highlights how Joseph, warned by an angel in a dream, initially flees to Egypt to escape King Herod’s deadly plan. Afterward, once informed by the angel, the family returns to Israel but bypasses Judea, where Herod’s son Archelaus is ruling.
Wise Men Search for a King
The video explores the journey of the Wise Men who travel from the East to Bethlehem to visit the child Jesus, as described in Matthew chapter 2. Guided by a star, they seek the newborn King of the Jews in Israel and are directed to Bethlehem. There, they find Jesus, worship Him, and present gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
The Child Jesus in the Temple
This video illustrates the childhood of Jesus in relation to the Temple in Jerusalem, as detailed in the Gospel of Luke, chapter 2. It depicts the presentation of Jesus as an infant in the temple, an encounter with Simeon the prophet and Anna the prophetess who were waiting for the Messiah, and then years later the 12 year old Jesus returning to the temple.
The Birth of Jesus
Two videos that compare two narratives of Jesus’ birth. In the Gospel of Matthew, Joseph is reassured by God through a dream to marry Mary and name their son Jesus, who will save people from their sins. The Gospel of Luke narrates the decree of Caesar Augustus for a census, prompting Joseph and pregnant Mary’s journey to Bethlehem, where Jesus is born. Angels announce his birth to nearby shepherds, who visit and rejoice. Both accounts emphasize divine intervention and fulfillment of prophecies, highlighting the significance of Jesus’ birth as the Saviour.
The Birth of Jesus According to Matthew
Skip Heitzig explores the biblical accounts of Jesus Christ’s birth, highlighting its global importance. He focuses on Matthew’s narrative, which describes the miraculous events and prophecies that Jesus’ birth fulfilled. Skip stresses the importance of worshipping and obeying Jesus, emphasizing his humble beginnings as the King of the Jews.
Part 1/4 – The Birth of the Messiah
PART1-4: THE BIRTH OF THE MESSIAH
* Jesus is born (Matt 1:18-25; Luke 2:1-7)
*The Shepherds and the Angels (Luke 2:8-20)
* Baby Jesus Dedicated at the Temple (Luke 2:21-38)
* The Wise Men visit (Matt 2:1-12)
* Escaping Herod (Matt 2:13-18)
Incarnation of the Messiah and Birth of John
The content discusses an angel’s announcement to Mary about the birth of Jesus, highlighting her faith and praise. It also introduces John the Baptist, who would herald Jesus as the Messiah. The message encourages listeners to rethink their idea of greatness from God’s perspective. This teaching, part of a series on Luke’s Gospel by Skip Heitzig from Calvary Albuquerque, offers deep reflections on these biblical events and their implications for modern faith.
John the Baptist is Born
Zechariah had been struck dumb after the encounter with the angel in the temple, where the angel said his wife who was barren was going to bare a child. He was told his name was to be John. After the miracle happened and the baby was born, they brought him to the temple to dedicate him to the Lord. Zachariah still could not speak, and when it came to naming the boy, everyone assumed he would be called Zachariah, or something similar. But Zachariah asked for a writing tablet and he wrote, “His name is John.” His mouth was opened…
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