In this powerful Christmas-season message, we explore the miracle of Emmanuel—God with us—and uncover the often-overlooked but vital role of Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus. Through Matthew chapter 1, we see how God came in the flesh to become the perfect, sinless sacrifice for all mankind, fulfilling prophecy and restoring humanity to Himself.
This sermon highlights Joseph as a man of righteousness, mercy, character, and integrity—a man who chose grace over shame, obedience over understanding, and faith over fear. His decision to obey God not only protected Mary but legally positioned Jesus as the Son of David, fulfilling God’s covenant and establishing Jesus as both King of Heaven and King of Earth.
You’ll be reminded that through Christ, we too have been adopted into the family of God, given authority over the works of the enemy, and called to walk in power through the Holy Spirit. The message challenges believers to live like Joseph by drawing near to God, allowing the Holy Spirit to shape their character, and faithfully obeying God’s call—even when the full picture isn’t clear.
The service concludes with a powerful prayer over the men of the church, calling them to walk in a “Joseph spirit”—marked by integrity, faithfulness, humility, and sacrificial love—while honoring their role as leaders, fathers, and sons in God’s kingdom.
