Christmas in the OT: The Accuracy of Prophecy
Matthew 1 and 2
Matthew 1:1, 22-25
1. Genesis 12:3 – Jesus would come through the line of Abraham. - Matthew 1:1
2. Isaiah 7:14 – Jesus would be born of a virgin. – Matthew 1:22-25
Matthew 2:1-12
3. Micah 5:2 – Jesus would be born in Bethlehem. – Matthew 2:1
4. Numbers 24:17 – A star would point to Jesus – Matthew 2:1-2
5. Psalm 72:10-11 – Jesus would be given gifts. – Matthew 2:11
Matthew 2:13-18
6. Hosea 11:1 – Jesus would be taken to Egypt. – Matthew 2:13
7. Jeremiah 31:15 – Many would die at Jesus’ birth. – Matthew 2:16
What does cause us to do at Christmas?
1. See the uniqueness of the events around Jesus’ birth.
2. Be wise and worship the Savior.
3. Trust the Bible.
