Dictionary of Bible Themes Jesus Christ was born to a poor unmarried Jewish couple in the village of Bethlehem. As Son of God, he was conceived by the Holy Spirit in the womb of his mother Mary. Isaiah 9:6-7Jesus Christ's birth is prophesied in the OT The prophecy of a coming ruler Isaiah 7:14The prophecy of a virgin's son Micah 5:2The prophecy concerning his birthplace "Bethlehem Ephrathah" is the village where David grew up ("the town of David"). Matthew 1:18,23Jesus Christ was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of a virgin See also Matthew 1:20Luke 1:34-35 John 1:14 Jesus Christ's incarnation Galatians 4:4See also Romans 8:32 Corinthians 8:9 Philippians 2:7-8 1 Timothy 3:16 1 John 4:2 Luke 1:26-38 The circumstances of Jesus Christ's birth An angel informs Mary that she is to be the mother of the Messiah See also Luke 1:46-55Mary responds in praise Matthew 1:18-25An angel explains to Joseph why Mary's baby is so special Luke 2:1-7The birth of Jesus Christ takes place See also Luke 2:8-20Angels announce Jesus Christ's birth to some shepherds Matthew 2:1-18The Magi search for Jesus Christ's birthplace and Herod tries to kill him See also These events could have taken place at any time in Jesus Christ's first two years. 2033 Christ, humanity2036 Christ, humility 2215 Christ, Son of David 2218 Christ, Son of God 2230 Messiah, coming of 2312 Christ as king 2366 Christ, prophecies concerning 2421 gospel, historical foundation 2540 Christ, genealogy 2595 incarnation 4110 angels 5099 Mary, mother of Christ |
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