Joseph
Today’s Reading: Matthew 1:18-25
Focal Verse: Matthew 1:20
“…Joseph…do not be afraid.”
They didn’t have DNA tests in Joseph’s day. Joseph’s heart must have been broken and his pride wounded when he found out about Mary’s pregnancy. He obviously cared very deeply for Mary, because he was trying to put her away quietly so as to cause her as little harm as possible.
God gave Joseph the results of a supernatural DNA test. God sent an angel. He could have commanded Joseph to take Mary as his wife and left it at that. Joseph was an upright man (v.19) and probably would have just obeyed. God graciously let Joseph in on the wonderful news of who this child was, and affirmed that Mary had not been unfaithful. Joseph could obey with joy, and in the light of God’s love, fear melted away.
God doesn’t always give us all the details, but He has given us His Son and His word to reassure us of His love. If obedience has been a problem for you, meditate on His word. Trust in the God who gave His Son for you.
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