Jesus' Family Tree

Matthew: Jesus' Family tree

This message is brought to you by Pastor Darryl Morrison

Scriptures: Matthew 1:1-17

Overview of Matthew

Matthew’s Gospel was the chief document for discipleship and developing a firm foundation in following Jesus for 1700 years.

Authorship of the Book: Written by Matthew, 28 chapters1st century, between 50-65 AD

Matthew the Man: Levite, Jew, Tax Collector, and Disciple; Matt 9:9, Mark 2:14, Luke 5:27

When Jesus comes into our lives, He changes us.

Synoptic Gospels:

- Matthew: King of Israel/the Jews (Lion of Judah)

- Mark: Lowly Servant (Ox)

- Luke: Son of Man (Man)

- John: Son of God (Eagle)

14 Generations: Succession from Abraham to Christ

- Abraham to David

- David to Exile (Kings of Judah)

- Exile/Babylon to Christ

King of the Jews: Matthew clearly depicts Jesus as the King of the Jews throughout this book.

Messianic Fulfillment: Matthew systematically references Old Testament prophecies (using "formula quotations") to demonstrate that every major aspect of Jesus' life, death, and resurrection was prophesied.

Jesus as the New Moses: The Gospel portrays Jesus as the ultimate authoritative teacher and lawgiver.

The Purpose of Matthew

The main purpose of the Gospel of Matthew is to prove to a Jewish audience that Jesus Christ is the long-awaited Messiah and the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies. It presents Jesus as the rightful King and His kingdom plan to reach all nations.

Thrust Statement: In the book of Matthew, the Kingdom of God is real, God’s promise is fulfilled, and salvation to the world is revealed through one Man; His name is Jesus.

Points:

1. Son of David and Son of Abraham v. 1

Son of David: David was the greatest King in history. God told David that someone would come through his lineage and of his kingdom, there would be no end. One and Only Son would come. King of Kings and Lord of Lords and of His kingdom, there would be no end.

2 Samuel 7:8-18; Genesis 12:1-3; Genesis 22:15-18; Galatians 4:15-16

Promised Seed and Promised King

Jesus is the promised Seed for all nations to be redeemed, reconciled and saved. Jesus is the King of the Jews and all mankind!

- God keeps His promises, and Jesus fulfills them.

2. Five Women Mentioned

- Tamar, likely a Gentile

- Rahab, a Gentile

- Ruth, a Gentile

- Bathsheba, like a Jew

- Mary, a Jew

- All became part of God's redemptive plan despite difficult circumstances.

- God chooses imperfect people to fulfill His perfect plan.

3. People In Jesus’ Family Tree: Peculiar, Morally Imperfect, Normal people

- Jesus’ family tree didn’t define Him; His identity came from God the Father.

4. Our Family Tree

- Your identity is shaped by your Heavenly Father, not your earthly family.

Summary:

God's grace works through imperfect people. God's plan includes the nations. God keeps His promises despite human failure.