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 December 13

Lesson 2 (KJV)

Called to Be Emmanuel

Devotional Reading: Isaiah 42:1–9

Background Scripture: Matthew 1:18–25

Matthew 1:18–25

18 Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph before they came together, she was found with the Holy Ghost child.

19 Then Joseph, her husband, being a just man and unwilling to make her a publick example, was minded to put her away privily.

20 But while he thought on these things, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost.

21 And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name Jesus: for he shall save his people from their sins.

22 Now all this was done, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying,

23 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.

24 Then Joseph being raised from sleep did as the angel of the Lord had bidden him, and took unto him his wife:

25 And knew her not till she had brought forth her firstborn son: he called his name Jesus.

Key Verses

Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost. And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name Jesus: for he shall save his people from their sins.—Matthew 1:20b–21

Call in the New Testament

Unit 1: The Beginning of a Call

Lessons 1–4

Lesson Aims

After participating in this lesson, each learner will be able to:

1. List the choices Joseph faced in his dilemma.

2. Explain the meaning and significance of the name Emmanuel.

3. Write a prayer of thanksgiving for the gift of Jesus.

Lesson Outline

Introduction

A. Not What Some People Would Think

B. Lesson Context

I. Facing the News (Matthew 1:18–19)

A. Unexpected Pregnancy (v. 18)

B. Private Planning (v. 19)

II. Seeing the Big Picture (Matthew 1:20–23)

A. Through Dreams (vv. 20–21)

B. Through Scripture (vv. 22–23)

Following “God with Us”

III. Accepting the Call (Matthew 1:24–25)

A. A Marriage (v. 24)

I Could Never Do That!

B. A Birth (v. 25)

Conclusion

A. “Yes, You”

B. Prayer

C. Thought to Remember

HOW TO SAY IT

Ahaz	Ay-haz.
Assyria	Uh-sear-ee uh.
Assyrians	Uh-sear-ee unz.
Babylonians	Bab-ih-low-nee-unz.
Emmanuel	E-man-you-el.
Galilee	Gal-uh-lee.
Herod	Hair-ud.
Isaiah	Eye-zay-uh.
Josephus	Jo-see-fus.
Judean	Joo-dee-un.
Nazareth	Naz-uh-reth
Sepphoris	Sef-uh-ris.
Tiglathpileser	Tig-lath-pih-lee-zer.

What Do You Think? How can you help your church do a better job of extending grace to those experiencing out-of-wedlock pregnancies? Digging Deeper What guardrails would need to be put in place to prevent the appearance of condoning premarital sex?

 

What Do You Think? Under what circumstances, if any, would you support the public shaming of someone? Why? Digging Deeper What passages in addition to Matthew 18:15–17; 1 Corinthians 4:14; 6:5; and 15:34 inform your answer?

What Do You Think? How can you help your church do a better job of ministering to those who are divorced or are going through a divorce? Digging Deeper If any, what difference should the distinction between a scriptural and an unscriptural divorce play in the ministry effort (Matthew 5:31–32; 1 Corinthians 7:10–15)?

What Do You Think? What procedure should Christians use to determine the Lord’s will when faced with a decision having a lifelong impact? Digging Deeper Which Bible texts help you most in this regard?

What Do You Think? How does Joseph’s obedience serve as an example and challenge to you? Digging Deeper How do texts such as Exodus 4:13 and Isaiah 6:8 influence your answer?

Conclusion

A. “Yes, You”

Matthew’s account of Jesus’ birth is a classic “Yes, you” story. Throughout the Bible, we see people who were surprised when God called them to do something and who responded to the call with a “Who, me?” Consider Abraham and Sarah (Genesis 17:17; 18:12), Moses (Exodus 4:13), Isaiah (Isaiah 6:5), Jeremiah (Jeremiah 1:6), and Peter (Luke 5:1–10). All these people went on to play key roles in the story of salvation. But first, they had to get over the “Who, me?” barrier.

Joseph and Mary lived out the classic “Who me?/Yes, you” storyline uniquely. Neither was particularly outstanding as the world judges such things. But when called, they did what they were asked.

How tragic when God has a task but finds no one to respond (example: Ezekiel 22:30)! When we say, “Who, me?” God typically responds, “Yes, you.”

B. Prayer

Father, help us remember what it means that Jesus was born “God with us.” Let Your presence give us the confidence to be obedient whenever You call. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

C. Thought to Remember

Faithful people trust God, especially in extraordinary situations.

 Thatcher, Tom, David Graves, et al. “Called to Be Emmanuel.” The KJV Standard Lesson Commentary, 2020–2021. Ed. Ronald L. Nickelson, Jane Ann Kenney, and Margaret K. Williams. Vol. 68. Colorado Springs, CO: Standard Publishing, 2020–2021. 135. Print.

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