Tag Archives: Genealogy

God’s Special Women – Ruth – Matthew 1:5

Posted on December 14, 2023 by dkoop

There are only five women listed in the genealogy of Jesus. Each one has an epic story and Ruth is one of them.  Ruth’s faithfulness to her mother-in-law and her newfound faith bore significant results. The account of Ruth in … Continue reading →

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God’s Special Women – Rahab – Matthew 1:5

Posted on December 13, 2023 by dkoop

It’s surprising to some to learn that Rahab was an ancestor of Jesus. Despite being a prostitute, Rahab found favor from God and survived the fall of Jericho.  “Salmon the father of Boaz, whose mother was Rahab” Matthew 1:5. The … Continue reading →

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God’s Special Women – Tamar – Matthew 1:3

Posted on December 12, 2023 by dkoop

No one is too sinful, broken, or tarnished to receive the gift of salvation and live a new life devoted to the Lord. The women in Jesus’ genealogy demonstrate that truth.  Matthew lists 5 remarkable women (four from the Old … Continue reading →

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Emmanuel – Invitation and Introduction

Posted on December 8, 2023 by dkoop

You’re invited!  Our brand new message series called “Emmanuel” starts this Sunday, December 10th. Description: At Christmas we celebrate that God came to us in human form as “Emmanuel” or ‘God with us.’ Matthew’s first two chapters proclaim God’s plan … Continue reading →

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