Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on April 21, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God’s truth, disciple God’s people, delight in God’s Son, and display God’s glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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Introduction
Main Point: Jesus Christ is truly God and truly man, and he has come to save his people from their sins.
1. The Agonizing Dilemma [Matthew 1:18–19]
A. The Grievous Discovery [Mt. 1:18]
B. The Gracious Decision [Mt. 1:19]
1) Public Disgrace
2) Private Divorce
2. The Angelic Dream [Matthew 1:20–23]
A. The Properties Jesus Assumes [Mt. 1:20]
B. The People Jesus Saves [Mt. 1:21]
C. The Prophecy Jesus Fulfills [Mt. 1:22]
D. The Personal Identity Jesus Bears [Mt. 1:23]
3. The Appropriate Decision [Matthew 1:24–25]
A. Joseph’s Response
B. Our Response
1) Reject
2) Receive