Matthew 2:16 - 2:23
Gospel of MatthewSteve Gregg
In this discussion, Steve Gregg delves into the New Testament's Matthew 2, continuing the story of the birth of Jesus. Gregg notes the historicity of Bethlehem as the prophesized birthplace of the Messiah and sheds light on the geographical and historical context of the time period. He also highlights the significance of Joseph's dream, in which God instructs him to take his family to Galilee instead of Judea, and the concept of being "Nazarite" or "separated." Overall, Gregg provides a deep analysis of the biblical text, enriching the listener's understanding of the story of Jesus' birth.
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