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The Virgin Birth - Isaiah 7:14. Evidence of Mary’s Virginity. The Divine Record Matthew 1:18 “before they came together” Matthew 1:20 “of the Holy Spirit” Matthew 1:25 “kept her a virgin” Luke 1:34 “How can this be…” The Jewish Betrothal
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Evidence of Mary’s Virginity • The Divine Record • Matthew 1:18 “before they came together” • Matthew 1:20 “of the Holy Spirit” • Matthew 1:25 “kept her a virgin” • Luke 1:34 “How can this be…” • The Jewish Betrothal • Reinforces The Contemporary Acceptance of Her Virginity • The Greek & Hebrew Language • Hebrew: “Almah” young woman, virgin • Greek: “Parthenos” a virgin
An Amazing Miracle • Accomplished By The Holy Spirit’s Power • Matthew 1:20 • Announced By Gabriel, The Angel • Luke 1:26-33 • Approved By Mary • Trust in God’s Power (Luke 1:34-38) • Praise for God’s Blessings (Luke 1:46-55) • Affirmed By Elizabeth’s Declaration • Luke 1:39-45 • Accepted By Joseph • Mt. 1:19-25
God’s Sign To Mankind • Testifies of God’s Supernatural Power • Matthew 1:19-20 • Testifies of Jesus’ Special Nature • Matthew 1:21 • Testifies of God’s Prophetic Ability • Isaiah 7:14, 2 Kings 16:9 • Matthew 1:22-23
The Importance Of The Virgin Birth • It Is Essential To Christian Faith • If Jesus Was Not Born of a Virgin Matthew & Luke Are Unreliable Liars. • And, Jesus’ High Priesthood Is Invalid. (Hebrews 7:17, 28) • It Demonstrates God’s Wonderful Plan For Women • Genesis 3:15, Luke 1:28 • It Continues To Stir Our Faith Today • “…Nothing Will Be Impossible With God.” • Luke 1:37