In preparation for the coming celebration of Christmas, arguable the second most significant celebration in the year, Read Matthew 1 and see how many of the following questions you can answer. If you have questions or are unsure of something, please post a comment.
- What horrible news does Joseph receive in Matt. 1:18?
- How does Joseph come to terms with Mary’s pregnancy according to Matt. 1:19-25?
- Read Luke 1. According to Luke 1:26, who came as a messenger from God to Mary?
- Where was Mary living at the time of this story?
- To whom was Mary betrothed? Of what lineage was her betrothed?
- How does Gabriel greet Mary in verse 28?
- What is her reaction in verse 29?
- For what job has Mary been chosen according to verse 31?
- How does Gabriel describe Jesus and what He will do in verses 32-33?
- What is Mary’s very practical question in verse 34?
- What is Gabriel’s response in verse 35?
- What separate proof of the authenticity of his message does Gabriel offer in verse 36?
- What is Mary’s response to the message from God through Gabriel in verse 38?
- Who does Mary go to visit during her pregnancy according to Luke 1:36-41? Why?
- What happens to Elizabeth when she hears Mary’s voice? Why is that significant?
